Dhaka, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday pledged that retired teachers and employees of non-government MPO-listed educational institutions would no longer have to visit offices repeatedly or face harassment to receive their retirement and welfare benefits.

"Teachers who teach millions of students about ethics, morality and ideals should not have to pay bribes or visit office after office to withdraw their own money. Your rightful money will reach your accounts on time, online and without any hassle," he said.

The Prime Minister came up with the remarks while addressing a ceremony at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in Dhaka for the disbursement of retirement and welfare benefits through Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) and In...