Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Sunday urged the people to stay alert against those trying to create chaos, saying such attempts could hamper the country’s development and peace, ultimately harming the people.

“For the past few days, some people have been trying to spread confusions. Everyone must remain alert so that they cannot create any kind of disorder or confusion. Those spreading confusions will go away after serving their own interests, but ultimately it is the people of the country who will suffer,” he said.

The prime minister was addressing as the chief guest at a programme titled “House Handover, Grant and Relief Distribution” at the Banshkhali High School and College ground, organised to rehabilitate families affected by the recent floods in Chattogram.

Referring to the government’s plan to be presented in parliament, Tarique said the BNP government would place its overall development plans, including those for power and energy, before the House.

“If the opposition or anyone else has any plan, they can present it before the people. But do not create disorder or disturb people’s peace by making misleading statements,” he said, adding, “More than 50 years have passed since the country became independent. There is no time to look back anymore; now is the time to work and build the country.”

Highlighting the government’s commitment to the welfare and social protection of every family, the prime minister said the government’s main responsibility is to stand by the people as they had elected it.

“We have to stand by the people in good and times, stand by mothers and sisters, ensure education for children, provide proper treatment to those who fall ill and create employment opportunities for young people, both women and men,” he said.

Tarique said, “We began implementing the pledges we made during the election within a month of forming the government.”

“The pilot project of the Family Card has been successfully completed, and the main programme is set to begin on 16 August. In the 2026-27 fiscal year, Family Cards will be provided to women heads of around 41 lakh families across the country,” he added.

Around 10,000 to 12,000 families in Banshkhali upazila will come under the programme, the prime minister said, adding that alongside the Family Card, the government is introducing a “Farmer Card” to recognise farmers, including salt farmers.

The premier also said a new price for salt would be announced soon to restore the economic stability of salt farmers, so they would no longer have to face the difficulties they had experienced in the past.