The Food Minister has announced that the sale of rice at Tk 30 per kilogram for garment workers will continue. He made the announcement during an event on Friday evening (November 13).

Government's Ongoing Initiatives

"The government is working to keep the country's people well," the Food Minister said. He noted that the government is implementing various initiatives to ensure food security for low-income groups, with subsidized rice for garment workers being a key part of these efforts.

Social Welfare Minister's Remarks

In a related context, the Social Welfare Minister stated that no one needs to pay money to receive government assistance. "No one has to pay money to get government assistance," he said. He added that eligible individuals receive support free of cost under the government's social safety net programs.

Subsidized Rice Program

Under this initiative, garment workers will be able to purchase rice at Tk 30 per kilogram. With market prices for rice significantly higher, this subsidized rate is seen as a major relief for workers. The Food Minister assured that the government is monitoring the program to ensure it continues without interruption.

Commitment to Public Welfare

The Food Minister further stated that the government's primary goal is to ensure the well-being of the country's common people. To achieve this, the government is implementing extensive programs across food, health, education, and social security sectors. The subsidized rice sale is just one component of these broader efforts.