State Minister Sohel Monjur takes charge of Public Works Ministry
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State Minister Sohel Monjur has officially taken charge of the Ministry of Housing and Public Works, directing officials to speed up development projects.
- Sohel Monjur has officially taken charge as the new State Minister for Housing and Public Works.
- He held an introductory and exchange meeting with ministry officials at the Secretariat.
- The new state minister emphasized completing government projects quickly and transparently.
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Sohel Monjur has officially taken charge as the new State Minister for the Ministry of Housing and Public Works. Upon assuming office, he arrived at his department in the Secretariat, where senior officials and staff welcomed him with flowers. He then attended an introductory meeting with ministry officials in the conference room.
After taking on the new responsibility, the State Minister inquired about the ongoing projects of the ministry. Addressing the officials, he stated that simplifying services for the public would be his primary goal. He urged them to complete all government buildings and housing projects within the deadline while maintaining quality.
The Secretary of the ministry and heads of various departments were present at the meeting. They briefed the new State Minister on the ministry's current activities and future plans. The officials assured the minister that they would work together to increase work speed and maintain transparency.
Stakeholders hope that positive changes will come to the Ministry of Housing and Public Works under the leadership of the new State Minister. In particular, progress is expected in ensuring affordable housing for common people and improving urban amenities. It was announced that monitoring of the ministry's work will be strengthened in the coming days.
“The assumption of office by the new State Minister is expected to bring new momentum to the Ministry of Housing and Public Works. However, completing ongoing projects on time and addressing challenges in the housing sector will be key tasks ahead.”
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