Livestock State Minister pays a surprise visit to the National Zoo
Fisheries and Livestock State Minister Sultan Salauddin Tuku, MP, today conducted a surprise inspection of the Bangladesh National Zoo in Mirpur to evaluate management standards and animal welfare.
During the visit, the state minister scrutinised the overall environment, animal healthcare protocols, food supply quality and security arrangements.
He also took stock of the existing facilities for visitors arriving from different parts of the country.
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While interacting with zoo officials and employees after touring different installations, the state minister emphasised the zoo's role as a major centre for recreation and education.
"We must ensure a safe, healthy and natural habitat for the animals while simultaneously providing modern and quality services to visitors," he said.
He gave necessary directives to the authorities to transform the zoo into a more modern, clean and visitor-friendly facility while ensuring a safe habitat for wildlife.
He also called upon everyone to perform their duties with sincerity to ensure animal welfare, biodiversity conservation and visitor safety.
Department of Livestock Services Director General Md Shahzaman Khan, Bangladesh National Zoo Curator Dr Md Atiqur Rahman and other senior officials were present during the visit.
