TL;DR:
- Advisor to the Prime Minister for Labor and Employment and Youth and Sports, Asif Mahmud, conducted a surprise market inspection in disguise to monitor commodity prices
- Prices of eggs, bottle gourd, and raw chili have decreased significantly, according to Advisor Mahmud’s observations during the market visit
- Vegetable prices are mostly under control, with some variations depending on location and market, and are expected to decrease further with the arrival of winter vegetables
- The government is working to control prices of other essential commodities, and netizens have praised Advisor Mahmud’s initiative in the comments section of his Facebook post
On Saturday, October 26, Advisor to the Prime Minister for Labor and Employment and Youth and Sports, Asif Mahmud, conducted a surprise market inspection in disguise to monitor commodity prices. Amid rising inflation and public concern over the cost of essential goods, the government has taken initiatives to stabilize the market and keep prices at reasonable levels.
Advisor Mahmud, wearing a mask and a cap, visited the market without any security detail to personally verify the prices of various commodities. Following the inspection, he shared the details on his verified Facebook account, stating, “The price of a crate of eggs has decreased from 60 taka to 48 taka, the price of a single bottle gourd has dropped from 100 taka to 40-50 taka, and the price of raw chili per kilogram has come down from 300 taka to 140-150 taka.”
Mahmud noted that vegetable prices are mostly under control, although there are some variations depending on location and market. He expressed optimism, saying, “When winter vegetables start arriving in the market, prices will decrease further.”
The advisor also mentioned that the government is working to control the prices of other essential commodities. Netizens have praised Mahmud’s initiative in the comments section of his Facebook post. One user, Ali Arman, wrote, “A leader going to the market to check prices is commendable. May Allah grant you the ability to fulfill your responsibilities properly. Amen.”
This proactive approach by the government to monitor and stabilize market prices has been well-received by the public, who are grappling with the challenges posed by rising inflation. The hands-on involvement of high-level officials like Advisor Asif Mahmud demonstrates the administration’s commitment to addressing the concerns of the common people and ensuring that essential goods remain affordable.
As the government continues its efforts to control prices and maintain market stability, the public remains hopeful that these measures will provide much-needed relief during these challenging economic times.
