Bangladesh pushes for smarter rural development at high-level LGED meeting
A high-level meeting on rural development was held to discuss improving the work of the Local Government Engineering Department (LGED). State minister Mir Shahe Alam attended as a special guest, while Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir called for better planning to boost socio-economic conditions in rural areas.
The session focused on making projects more efficient and ensuring public funds are used wisely.
The meeting began with a documentary showcasing LGED's history and its current development activities. Officials then discussed ways to strengthen project implementation and avoid delays.
Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stressed the need for an integrated development plan. He urged the department to focus on large-scale projects rather than scattered small ones. This approach, he argued, would make better use of resources and deliver stronger results. The state minister also suggested reducing the total number of projects while expanding their reach. By covering more areas with fewer initiatives, he believed development efforts would become more effective. Speakers at the event highlighted the importance of improving project quality and preventing waste. They also called for completing all works on time to ensure public funds are spent responsibly. The meeting was chaired by local government division secretary Md Sohidul Hasan. LGED chief engineer Md Belal Hossain and planning director general Md Mahmudul Hasan were also present.
The discussions aimed to refine LGED's development strategies for rural communities. Officials agreed on the need for better planning, larger projects, and stricter oversight of funds. These steps are expected to enhance the impact of future initiatives.
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