Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman warned that anyone found involved in institutional corruption would face strict punishment, including dismissal from service and imprisonment.
He made the remarks on Saturday while addressing a meeting with members of parliament and government officials at the conference hall of the Deputy Commissioner in Jhenaidah.
The law minister said the government has adopted a zero-tolerance stance against corruption and will ensure proper monitoring of funds allocated for the public.
“If anyone tries to earn commission illegally, strict action will be taken against them,” he added.
Asaduzzaman said there will be no compromise on the quality of development work.
“If anyone uses substandard materials in road or infrastructure projects, their license will be canceled. Inform me if anyone tries to make a profit through commission or extortion. The government and opposition will work together to eliminate corruption, terrorism, extortion, and drugs,” he said.
The minister also criticised the quality of road construction from Garaganj Bazar to Shailkupa on the Jhenaidah-Kushtia road, saying the contractor will be blacklisted and face the maximum legal penalty.
He said dishonest contractors will not receive future government contracts.
The Law minister said using substandard materials in infrastructure projects should result in the highest legal action against the contractor.
Departments failing in their duties will see disciplinary action against the heads along with complaints to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), he added.
