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CUMILLA, March 7, 2026 (BSS) - Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and Livestock Minister Mohammed Aminur Rashid today said there is no shortage of oil in the country despite some pressure on global supply due to the ongoing war situation in the Middle East.
"There is no reason to be worried about the oil supply," the minister was addressing an iftar and doa programme organized by the Cumilla district unit of the Bangladesh Shop Owners Association at the Cumilla Stadium Gymnasium this afternoon.
The minister said, "Bangladesh currently has sufficient oil stock to meet domestic demand for at least one month while the next shipment carrying oil has already set sail for the country."
"The world is now passing through a difficult time and everyone must ensure proper use of electricity and prevent wastage considering the present global situation," he added.
Aminur Rashid said traders not to arrange unnecessary or excessive decorative lighting in markets during the upcoming Eid season.
Mentioning that the Prime Minister has entrusted him with important responsibilities, Aminur Rashid said he has been given charge of several ministries that are directly linked with the livelihoods of the people.
He sought cooperation from all so that he can properly carry out his responsibilities and bring pride to the people of Cumilla.
Cumilla Shop Owners Association President Syed Jahangir Alam presided over the programme.
BNP Divisional Co-Organising Secretary (Cumilla Division) Mostak Mia, President of Bangladesh Shop Owners Association Helal Uddin, Secretary General Mohammad Zahirul Haque Bhuiyan and Cumilla City BNP General Secretary Yusuf Molla Tipu spoke as special guests.
General Secretary of Cumilla Shop Owners Association Jamal Khandakar delivered the welcome speech, while leaders of different business organisations in Cumilla also addressed the programme.
