The New Nation - Internet Edition

Staff Reporter

Agriculture Minister Matia Chowdhury yesterday said that her government would take decision to reduce the diesel prices immediately to ensure uninterrupted food production during the Boro season.

"The Awami League government was aware about the diesel price rise and it will take initiative to cut the price immediately," she talked to the reporters in her maiden appearance after holding ministerial post at her office yesterday.

The Awami League government would take necessary steps to ensure adequate fertilizer supply to the farmers, Matia said, adding, her ministry will supply fertiliser the farmers on a priority basis.

She said the Agriculture Ministry will take all decisions based on reality and would be people-friendly.

The Agriculture Minister sought cooperation from all so that people's expectations reflected through their electoral verdict could be fulfilled.