Dhaka, May 11 -- Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu on Monday said industrialisation is needed alongside the creation of jobs for the employment of the large number of youths in the country.

"Youths constitute a large portion of the country's total population. It is not possible to ensure employment for this vast number of young people only through jobs. Industrialisation is needed," he said.

The minister made the remarks while inaugurating the PRAN-RFL Job Fair at the Lalmonirhat Stadium as the chief guest, according to a PID handout.

Dulu said industrialisation will not only create earning opportunities for young people but also accelerate the country's overall progress.

Referring to Lalmonirhat's agricultural...