Dhaka, Feb. 24 -- Aviation Minister Afroza Khanum has directed authorities to spray mosquito repellent at all airports and their surrounding areas immediately amid a rise in mosquito infestation.

She issued the directive on Tuesday while addressing a meeting at the ministry's conference room to review the progress of the Revised Annual Development Programme (RADP) implementation for January of the 2025-26 fiscal year, according to a press release issued by the ministry.

The minister also emphasised the importance of maintaining cleanliness at airports to ensure the convenience of passengers.

M Rashiduzzaman Millat, state minister for aviation, said at the meeting that the need to resolve the trolley crisis at Shahjalal International Ai...