DHAKA, May 18, 2026 (BSS) - State Minister for Land and Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs Barrister Mir Mohammed Helal Uddin today said development cannot be achieved through blame games or by referring to past records, stressing collective efforts and accountability.

"Real development requires everyone to work together, and transparency and accountability must be ensured in every development project," he said while addressing the monthly ADP meeting at the Chittagong Hill Tracts Complex in Bailey Road here.

He said the present democratic government is working relentlessly for the welfare of the hill people as well as overall national development.

The state minister noted that development is not achieved merely through food or cash allocations, but through integrated and sustainable planning to improve living standards.

Warning officials, he said everyone must work in line with the "spirit and speed" of the Prime Minister, adding that government activities are under strict monitoring and implementation must be expedited.

"Every taka of public funds must be spent with accountability," he said, urging officials to play proactive roles in implementing projects. 

He also stressed equal responsibility of the Chittagong Hill Tracts Development Board and the three Hill Zila Parishads.

The meeting reviewed progress of various projects including jute cultivation expansion, poverty alleviation, road development in Rangamati, bridge construction, climate-resilient livelihoods, watershed management, social services and water and sanitation improvements in Bandarban.

According to the meeting, the revised ADP allocation for FY 2025-26 in the hill districts stands at Tk 872.40 crore, of which Tk 739.79 crore is government funds and Tk 132.62 crore project aid. 

The meeting was chaired by CHT Secretary Mohammad Mizanur Rahman.