Govt to take strict action against all forms of violence against women: MinisterSocial Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Minister Abu Zafar Md. Zahid Hossain spoke at a meeting at the conference room of the Ministry of Women and Children Affairs today. Photo: PIDDHAKA, March 29, 2026 (BSS) - Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs Minister Abu Zafar Md. Zahid Hossain today said the government will take strict action against all forms of violence against women, including rape and that no leniency will be shown in this regard. The minister further directed authorities to develop action plans for improving day-care centres, taking into account the needs of working women's children.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 29, 2026 16:58 UTC