Govt asks to operate irrigation pumps from 11pm to 7am daily 

BSS
Published On: 17 Mar 2025, 14:06 Updated On:17 Mar 2025, 14:35

DHAKA, Mar 17, 2025 (BSS) – The Ministry of Power, Energy and Mineral Resources today urged farmers to operate irrigation pumps between 11pm and 7am during the upcoming summer and irrigation season. 

This call, made in an official handout, aims to ensure an uninterrupted power supply in the season. 

The ministry also requested keeping air conditioners (AC) at 25 degrees Celsius or above and avoid excessive use of lights and illumination, said the handout. 

Additionally, the ministry advised to make communication through dialing 16999 for any complaints or information. 

  • Latest
  • Most Viewed
Trump's 28-point Ukraine plan
Any Ukraine peace plan must respect 'territorial integrity': UN chief
Russia wants to stall US sanctions with Ukraine proposals: EU top diplomat
Zelensky held call with US VP Vance: Kyiv source
Zelensky says Ukraine risks losing US support over Trump's plan to end war
Iran accuses Western powers of seeking 'escalation' with IAEA resolution
Jamalpur ex-UP chairman arrested in Savar over student-public killing case
Jamaat Ameer expresses deep shock over earthquake casualties
Earthquake leaves one dead, several injured in Narayanganj
BNP health secy visits earthquake victims in hospitals
১০