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Natore DC distributes foods among farm workers


Published : 23 Apr 2021 09:25 PM

Natore Deputy Commissioner Md Shahriaz PAA distributed food items among workers in the paddy fields of Gurudaspurr. DC Shahriaz PAA on Friday noon distributed foods in Chalanbeel area.

Officials of Gurudaspur upazila administration led by Gurudaspur UNO Tomal Hossain were present at the program. Assistant Commissioner (Land) Abu Rasel and officers of agricultural department were also present.

UNO Tomal Hossain said that aid has been given to workers who came from different areas to cut paddy in Chalanbeel area. Food and hygiene materials are being distributed regularly.

DC Shahriaz PAA informed the correspondent that food demand of Natore district is roughly around 2, 70, 000 metric tonnes. Natore district produces food around 5 lakh metric tonnes every year. Many workers come in paddy harvesting season to cut paddy at the fields. By the direction of Prime Minister, food and other items have been distributed among farmers and farm workers in the area.

Highway police have also being informed about the situation and they assured to look after farm workers.