State Minister for Water Resources and Fossil Fuels Aminul Islam has issued a directive to expand biogas activities to every upazila in the country within the next month. He gave the instruction during an event on Friday (November 13). The initiative is seen by stakeholders as a significant step by the government to meet energy demands at the grassroots level through renewable sources.

Biogas Expansion Goals

State Minister Aminul Islam stated that the government's objective is to deliver environmentally friendly energy to every corner of the country. Through the expansion of biogas activities, rural communities will gain access to affordable energy while also simplifying organic waste management. All relevant officials have been instructed to take effective measures to implement this initiative within one month.

Firm Stance on Fertilizer Distribution

In a separate event on the same day, State Minister for Agriculture Amit Kumar issued a stern warning against irregularities in fertilizer distribution. "There will be no leniency if there are irregularities in fertilizer distribution," he said. He added that strict monitoring has been ordered at all administrative levels to ensure fertilizers reach farmers at fair prices, and legal action will be taken against any individual found involved in malpractice.

Government Priority on Renewables and Agriculture

The government's recent policies have prioritized the renewable energy sector, and this biogas expansion directive is a continuation of that approach. Concurrently, ensuring transparency in the fertilizer supply chain remains a key priority for the agricultural sector. Experts have urged stronger coordination between the relevant departments to effectively implement the directives from both state ministers.