Jamaat ameer pledges to make Saidpur Airport international, build medical colleges in every district
Highlighting the vast agricultural potential of northern Bangladesh, Shafiqur said improved connectivity is essential to harness the region’s resources effectively.
Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Shafiqur Rahman has pledged to upgrade Saidpur Airport to international status and establish government medical colleges in every district if his party comes to power.
He made the commitments today (23 January) while addressing a public rally organised by the party at the Thakurgaon District School ground, ahead of the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election.
Highlighting the vast agricultural potential of northern Bangladesh, Shafiqur said improved connectivity is essential to harness the region's resources effectively.
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Declaring northern Bangladesh as the country's future "agricultural capital", he said an international airport in this region would enable direct export of vegetables and fruits from Thakurgaon and Dinajpur to markets in the Middle East and Europe, boosting employment and industrialisation.
He also pledged to build specialised cold storage facilities across the region to preserve perishable agricultural products and ensure fair prices for farmers.
Addressing the healthcare sector, Shafiqur said the country's medical system is under severe strain, with excessive pressure on Dhaka-based hospitals.
"Many districts still lack access to modern healthcare facilities," he said.
The Jamaat chief pledged to establish modern government medical colleges and specialised hospitals in every district to reduce dependence on Dhaka and bring advanced healthcare services to people's doorsteps.
