'Ethnic groups playing role in boosting economy'

State Minister for Information and Communication Technology Zunaid Ahmed Palak on Wednesday said

Ethnic minority groups are playing a vital role in the development of the country, says the state minister for information and communication technology.

"They (ethnic minority groups) are not lagging behind. They are now playing important role in developing country's economy by strengthening themselves at their respective positions," Zunaid Ahmed Palak said while addressing a stipend- distribution ceremony in Natore district on Wednesday.

He handed over a cheque for Tk 0.372 million (Tk 3.72 lakh) funded by the Prime Minister's Office for 317 students of ethnic groups.

Stressing on the importance of bringing all the small ethnic groups of the country into the mainstream of the society, Palak said, "We have taken all initiatives to ensure their development both socially and economically." source – BSS