The Atgharia Upazila Fertilizer and Seed Monitoring Committee convened a crucial coordination meeting on Tuesday morning, November 10, 2026, at the Upazila Parishad conference room in Pabna. Jointly organized by the Upazila Administration and the Department of Agricultural Extension, the session focused heavily on dismantling fertilizer syndicates, halting farmer harassment, and guaranteeing seamless, transparent distribution across the region.
Presiding over the meeting, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Tahmidul Islam delivered a stern warning against supply malpractices:
"Farmers' suffering in Atgharia will not be tolerated under any circumstances. There is an adequate supply of fertilizer according to Upazila demand, and we must ensure no farmer faces hardship. Any irregularities in distribution, mistreatment of farmers, artificial crises, or syndicates will be met with zero tolerance. Everyone concerned must play a responsible role in safeguarding farmers' interests."
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The meeting was attended by prominent local figures, including Upazila BNP Convenor Ataur Rahman Rana, Member Secretary Monowar Hossain Alam, Youth Development Officer Abdul Halim, Fisheries Officer SM Nazim Uddin, other administrative officials, and a total of 17 fertilizer dealers from the municipality and surrounding unions.
Participants concluded with a unified pledge for close coordination among the local administration, agriculture department, and dealers to sustain uninterrupted agricultural productivity in Atgharia.
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Reported by Masud Rana, Atgharia (Pabna) Correspondent • Edited by the Daily Best News desk. Send corrections to [email protected].
