Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina today (Mar 6) directed the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) to intensify their efforts to combat food hoarding and the circulation of fake currencies ahead of Ramadan and Eid. 

Additionally, she underscored the the need for stricter legal measures against militancy, terrorism, drug trafficking, and youth gang activities.

She was addressing a function as the chief guest, marking the 20th founding anniversary of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) at its headquarters here.

The premier said: "Some of our unscrupulous traders keep hoarding the commodities, which we require the most during the month of Ramadan, and exercise other unethical tactics to increase their prices (to make more profit). You have to take appropriate measures against them."

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan spoke at the function, while Director General (DG) of the RAB M Khurshid Hossain gave the welcome address.

PM's Security Adviser, Major General (rtd) Tarique Ahmed Siddique and Public Security Division Senior Secretary Md. Mustafizur Rahman, were present on the dias.

BDST: 1419 HRS, MAR 06, 2024
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