The government is working with utmost importance to ensure proper management of hide during the sacrificial season, said Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir.
On Thursday afternoon, the Commerce Minister made a surprise visit to the hide sales center in Amin Bazar in Dhaka to observe the collection, storage and marketing activities of sacrificial animal skins ahead of Eid-ul-Azha.
Secretary (Routine Responsibilities) of the Ministry of Commerce Md. Abdur Rahim Khan was present at the time. During the visit, the minister spoke to buyers and sellers of raw leather, and traders. He inquired about the market situation, hide prices, storage arrangements and overall activities.
Khandaker Abdul Muktadir said, “The government is working with utmost importance to ensure proper management of leather during the sacrificial season.”
Stating that the leather industry is an important sector of the country's economy, he urged all concerned to work responsibly. The minister said that the government is vigilant to prevent any kind of mismanagement, syndicates or waste of leather.
Bd-pratidin English/Lutful Hoque
