Dhaka, Feb. 19 -- Local Government, Rural Development and Co‑operatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has emphasised the need for collective efforts by individuals, society and the state to build a successful nation.

Speaking at a views‑exchange meeting at the Secretariat on Thursday, Fakhrul said: "For a successful state, it is extremely urgent that we all work in unity. The three tiers - individual, society and state - are deeply interlinked."

He urged people to set aside divisions and work as a team to achieve development, good governance and a just society.

Highlighting economic and institutional challenges, Fakhrul noted: "We must remember that we are working to implement the prime minister's vision and plans ag...