Prime Minister Tarique Rahman Conducts Surprise Inspection of Eight Ministries at the Secretariat

Arriving shortly after 9:00 AM, the Prime Minister bypassed his own designated office to personally visit various departments and evaluate the work environment and attendance of government officials.

Details of the Inspection Tour The Prime Minister began his tour at Building No. 6, where he inspected the Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources. This visit is particularly significant given the ongoing global energy crisis and the government's recent emergency meetings to stabilize fuel supplies. Over the course of the morning, he visited at least eight ministries across three buildings:

• Building No. 6: Ministries of Power & Energy, Fisheries & Livestock, Water Resources, Women & Children Affairs, and Primary & Mass Education.

• Building No. 5: Ministry of Housing & Public Works.

• Building No. 3: Ministry of Commerce and the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.

During the "walk-through" inspection, he engaged directly with staff and officials, inquiring about the status of ongoing projects and the efficiency of public service delivery. Following the tour, he returned to the Cabinet Division to commence his scheduled formal duties.

Focus on "Farmer's Card" and National Economy The Prime Minister’s agenda for the remainder of the day includes chairing a high-level meeting regarding the "Farmer's Card" (Krishok Card) initiative. This program, which Dr. Zubaida Rahman recently highlighted at a global summit in Washington D.C., is a cornerstone of the administration's efforts to provide direct subsidies and digital support to the agricultural sector.

The meeting will be attended by the Ministers and senior secretaries of:

• Local Government, Rural Development & Co-operatives

• Finance

• Agriculture

• Fisheries & Livestock

This high-priority session aims to streamline the distribution of benefits to farmers as part of a broader strategy to ensure food security amidst the current West Asia conflict and fluctuating global commodity prices.