He called on officials and citizens to perform their respective duties sincerely to preserve this unity.
BSS
12 October, 2026, 04:20 pm
Last modified: 12 October, 2026, 04:29 pm
State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku today called for continued vigilance against anti-state conspiracies, stressing that no evil force can undermine the country's peace and stability if the people remain united.
"Various evil forces may attempt to hatch conspiracies, but no one can succeed going against the people," he said, adding that Bangladeshis have historically overcome many crises and conspiracies through national unity.
The state minister made the remarks while addressing the monthly meeting of the Dhaka District Law and Order Committee as the chief guest at the conference room of the Dhaka Deputy Commissioner's Office, according to a ministry press release.
Tuku is also responsible for overseeing law enforcement and development activities in Dhaka district.
Highlighting Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's vision, the state minister said, "The Prime Minister consistently advocates for national progress through unity under a common Bangladeshi identity."
He urged all stakeholders to uphold this spirit to safeguard peace, communal harmony and progress while working collectively to fulfil public expectations under an elected government.
Emphasising Bangladesh's longstanding tradition of communal harmony, Sultan Salauddin Tuku said people of all faiths and backgrounds celebrate their religious festivals together.
He called on officials and citizens to perform their respective duties sincerely to preserve this unity.
Referring to government assistance for the upcoming Durga Puja, the state minister instructed the authorities concerned to ensure that the funds were distributed strictly in accordance with government directives and guidelines.
Expressing grave concern over the spread of drugs, the state minister called for immediate and effective action. He urged law enforcement agencies and the Department of Narcotics Control (DNC) to prioritise the issue.
To ensure safe and smooth movement during Durga Puja, Sultan Salauddin Tuku stressed the need for coordinated efforts among the district and police administrations, upazila authorities and local public representatives.
He sought the full cooperation of all government departments, Puja celebration committees and citizens to ensure peaceful, safe and festive celebrations.
With Dhaka Deputy Commissioner Farida Khanam in the chair, the meeting was attended by Dhaka-4 lawmaker Syed Jainul Abedin, Reserved Women's Seat lawmaker Sanjida Islam Tuli, Superintendent of Police Shamima Parveen, representatives of various law enforcement agencies, local government officials and members of the district law and order committee.