Panchagarh, May 9 -- Industries Minister Khandakar Abdul Muktadir on Saturday said the government is firmly committed to reopening closed state-owned sugar mills while ensuring the interests of sugarcane farmers, workers and the long-term profitability of the mills.

"The mills are assets of the people of Bangladesh and it is the government's responsibility to ensure their honest and effective use. We want the closed factories to resume production, create employment opportunities and contribute to revitalising local economies," he said.

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The minister came up with the remarks while addressing a views-exchange meeting with sugarcane farmers on the p...