Sangsad Bhaban, June 17 -- Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Wednesday expressed concern over the growing number of patients addicted to Ice (crystal methamphetamine) being admitted to drug rehabilitation centres across Bangladesh.

Speaking in Parliament, the minister said the increase in Ice addiction cases is alarming and highlighted the need for stronger and more coordinated efforts to combat the spread of narcotics in the country.

The Minister said this while responding to a written question of BNP MP M Abul Kalam.

He told House that the Department of Narcotics Control (DNC) has formulated a 180-day action plan, a work plan for the 2026-27 fiscal year, and a five-year strategic implementation framework in line with the current gove...