Dhaka, June 21 -- Food Adviser Ali Imam Majumder has declared the country's current food situation as "highly satisfactory," crediting a bumper Boro harvest for significantly strengthening national food grain stocks.

He made the remarks while speaking at a view-exchange meeting held at the Patuakhali Circuit House with food department officials from Patuakhali and Barguna districts.

"If Aman cultivation performs as well as Boro, there will be no need to import rice," said the adviser, highlighting the positive outlook for food security. However, he urged continued vigilance, noting that rising consumption demands proactive stock management.

"Though our food stock is in a good state, we cannot afford to be complacent," he warned.In Patu...