State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock, Agriculture, and Food Sultan Salahuddin Tuku today spoke as the chief guest at an introduction meeting and Iftar gathering for the newly elected executive committee of the Tangail Press Club. Photo : BSS

TANGAIL, Feb 27, 2026 (BSS) - State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock, Agriculture, and Food Sultan Salahuddin Tuku today said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, they are working with utmost sincerity from their respective positions for the welfare of the people. 

“The government is playing a very liberal and positive role regarding the freedom of the press. There is no interference in this regard. Journalists will be able to perform their professional duties completely freely and impartially," he said.  

He made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at an introduction meeting and Iftar gathering for the newly elected executive committee of the Tangail Press Club held at the club’s VIP lounge this afternoon.

Emphasizing responsible journalism, he said the constructive and positive role of the media is crucial for the country's development, upholding democratic values, and maintaining social order. “Journalists will play a pioneering role in nation-building by disseminating objective and fact-based news,” he added. 

Highlighting various development initiatives of the government, Sultan Salahuddin Tuku said relentless efforts are underway to implement the commitments made by the Prime Minister to ensure the overall welfare of the people.

“Distribution of family cards and agricultural cards is ongoing to strengthen social safety nets and agricultural support. Necessary steps have been taken to make fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs easily available at affordable prices to reduce production costs for marginal and small farmers, and make farming profitable,” he said.
 
Recalling the pledges made before the elections, the state minister said the administration has already launched coordinated efforts to build a Tangail free from extortionists, juvenile gangs, and drugs. He also mentioned that stringent measures are being taken to maintain law and order and social stability.

Tangail Press Club President Ataur Rahman Azad presided over the event while Tangail Deputy Commissioner Sharifa Haque, Tangail Police Superintendent Muhammad Shamsul Alam Sarkar, and Tangail District BNP President Hasanuzzamal Shahin were present as special guest. Journalists, along with officials from various government and private departments and political party leaders were present on the occasion.