Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said that the country’s leader is a compassionate leader, a leader of the poor and a leader committed to the development of Bangladesh. “InshaAllah, there will be no discrimination,” he said.

He made the remarks on Sunday at a rally in Banshkhali, Chattogram, organised to hand over houses, distribute grants and relief materials and rehabilitate families affected by the recent floods. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the event as the chief guest.

Saying there would be no discrimination in the development of Banshkhali, the home minister said the area had now emerged as a tourist destination. Salt farmers have also started receiving fair prices for their produce, he said.

“The prime minister will announce the minimum price that farmers will receive. Regarding the embankment, all concerned, including the minister, have been asked to come to Banshkhali to conduct measurements. The prime minister will do whatever is necessary for the development of Banshkhali,” he said.

Salahuddin Ahmed said relief materials would also be distributed in Satkania-Lohagara.

“We have not made any distinction. Even though Jamaat has an MP in Banshkhali, the prime minister has still come here. Relief materials are being distributed,” he said.