Dhaka:Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has given authorities a two-week deadline to improve the living conditions at the Azimpur Government Officers and Employees' Residential Quarters, following his surprise inspection of the area.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Prime Minister expressed strong displeasure at the unhygienic conditions during his visit. He toured various sections of the complex, including the surroundings and walkways, and questioned authorities about the poor state of cleanliness and maintenance.
He directed officials to take immediate and efficient action to ensure that the residential complex becomes clean and habitable. Residents voiced their concerns about the unhygienic environment and local law and order issues, which the Prime Minister addressed by instructing authorities to resolve these problems.
During his visit, Prime Minister Rahman also interacted with children residing in the complex. State Minister for LGRD and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam and Dhaka South City Corporation Administrator Abdus Salam accompanied him.