The Minister of Fisheries and Livestock, Sultan Salahuddin Tuku, has emphasized that raising awareness at every level of society is essential to ensure safe food. Speaking as the Chief Guest at the 8th National Scientific Conference on “Food Safety and Health,” organized by the Bangladesh Society for Safe Food (BSSSF), he called for coordinated efforts from both the government and private sector institutions to safeguard public health and secure safe food for all.
The event was held at Dhaka Regency Hotel and Resort, under the theme “Ensuring Safe Food for a Sustainable Future.”
Minister Tuku highlighted the critical issue of harmful substances and antibiotics in food, warning that their unchecked use poses a serious public health threat. He stressed the need for increased research into safe food and nutrition, particularly in areas of biodiversity and natural resource conservation, pointing out the importance of preserving Bangladesh’s fish production and biodiversity.
“One of the key challenges we face is fulfilling the food demand of a large population,” said the Minister. He also noted Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s commitment to building a safe, nutritious, and sustainable food system for future generations. Tuku urged all sectors of society to collaborate to meet the population’s nutritional needs and improve the nation’s overall health and prosperity.
The conference, chaired by Professor Md Khaled Hossain, President of the Bangladesh Society for Safe Food (BSSSF), featured notable guests, including Md Shahjaman Khan, Director General of the Department of Livestock, and Md Anwarul Islam Sarkar, Chairman (Additional Responsibility) of the Bangladesh Safe Food Authority.
The honoured guest, Moshiur Rahman, President of the Bangladesh Poultry Industries Central Council, was also present. Md Monirul Islam, former Director (Fisheries Department) of the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council, delivered the keynote address. Researchers, faculty members, food safety experts, and professionals from both government and private sectors were in attendance.
