Commerce, Industry and Textiles Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir said on Friday that the government holds sufficient stocks of essential commodities to maintain market stability during the upcoming holy month of Ramadan.

Speaking to journalists at Sylhet Osmani International Airport, the Minister emphasized that controlling the prices of daily necessities remains a top priority for his ministry.

“Especially during the holy month of Ramadan, the importance of this responsibility goes up. When we took the charge, there was no opportunity to do anything special for Ramadan. However, the positive side is that the amount of food stock we have is sufficient to keep the market prices stable,” he stated.

Beyond market management, Minister Muktadir outlined a vision for regional and national economic growth. Addressing his specific plans for Sylhet, he noted that his focus is on fulfilling election manifesto promises aimed at elevating the general public's standard of living.

“I want to work to implement these issues that are directly related to improving the living standards of the people of Sylhet. Initiatives will be taken to create jobs, expand IT-related professions and establish an AI centre,” Muktadir said.

The Minister also highlighted the necessity of global competitiveness to drive the nation forward over the next five years. On the topic of job creation within Sylhet’s IT parks, he stressed that attracting investment requires more than just infrastructure.

“To attract investment, a supportive environment including development of communication system, reduction of red tape and political stability must be ensured,” he explained.

He concluded by affirming that the government is crafting special policy supports for both expatriate and local investors in the Sylhet region, promising that “implementation will be visible very soon.”

The briefing was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Sylhet lawmaker MA Malik, Divisional Commissioner Khan Md Reza-un-Nabi, and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Abdul Quddus Chowdhury, alongside local political leaders.