Chattogram:State Minister for Textiles and Jute Md. Shariful Alam emphasized the importance of increasing production and creating new job opportunities by maximizing the use of existing infrastructure and resources at underperforming and closed industrial units.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the state minister highlighted the rich tradition and potential of Bangladesh's textile and jute industries, emphasizing the need for proper utilization of existing infrastructure, workforce, and production capacity to realize this potential.
During his visit to Amin Jute Mills and Asiatic Cotton Mills in Chattogram, Shariful Alam examined the overall operations, infrastructure, production capabilities, and future development prospects of these industrial units. He also visited No View Guest House in the port city. He underscored the necessity of realistic initiatives to address the challenges facing the industrial sector, aiming to boost production and employment.
Officials briefed the state minister on the current conditions and facilities at the two mills and discussed strategies for the development of the textile and jute sectors, focusing on the effective use of industrial resources to enhance production capacity. Shariful Alam noted the global significance of jute as an environment-friendly natural fiber and the critical role of the textile sector in Bangladesh's industrialization, export earnings, and employment.
He stressed the importance of modern technology, improved production systems, and effective resource management for industrial development. The state minister advocated for necessary measures to be implemented after reviewing the actual conditions of the concerned institutions to accelerate industrial growth.
Furthermore, ensuring the optimal use of state-owned industrial assets and expanding production-oriented economic activities to create new employment opportunities remain key government objectives. Shariful Alam called for coordinated efforts among relevant corporations and officials to achieve these goals.
Brigadier General M Kabir Uddin Sikder, Chairman of Bangladesh Jute Mills Corporation (BJMC), Brigadier General SM Zahid Hasan, Chairman of Bangladesh Textile Mills Corporation (BTMC), and other officials were present during the visits.