March 16, 2026

Initiative by Bangladesh to provide affordable food to poor residents starts

An initiative by Bangladesh's government has begun to provide milk, eggs, and meat at affordable prices for poor and needy residents during the holy month of Ramadan.

The initiative, organised by the District Livestock Department, aims to help low-income families meet their demand for protein-rich food during Ramadan.

Deputy Commissioner Md. Abdullah Al Masud inaugurated the programme on March 10 at the premises of the District Animal Hospital in Arappur of the district town.

According to organisers, the sales activities will take place daily until the 26th of Ramadan. Each day, approximately 150 to 200 people will be able to purchase the items at reduced prices.

At the sales center, eggs are being sold at ৳8 (US$0.07) per piece , milk at ৳80 (US$0.65) per liter, broiler chicken at ৳245 (US$1.99) per kilogramme, and beef at ৳650 (US$5.29) per kilogramme.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Al Masud said the initiative would help ensure that poor families can meet their nutritional needs during Ramadan.

- BSS News