Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid-File PhotoDHAKA, March 24, 2026 (BSS) – Food, Fisheries and Livestock, and Agriculture Minister Mohammad Amin Ur Rashid today said that agriculture will serve as the primary driving force of the national economy. In his speech, the Minister underscored the sector's pivotal role in national development and outlined the government's transformative vision for economic growth. During the event, Agriculture Adviser Nazrul Islam Khan addressed the gathering, emphasizing that advancing the sector requires a combination of technical skill, integrity, and dedication. He announced a forthcoming nationwide tree-planting initiative, stating that the government aims to transform tree planting into a widespread social movement. This national greening effort is essential to building climate resilience and combating the adverse impacts of climate change across the country, he added.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 24, 2026 11:48 UTC