Dhaka, March 13 -- Despite the Awami League's election manifesto promises to control inflation and rein in the prices of essential commodities, the government has failed to deliver on its commitment.

As a result, citizens are grappling with the brunt of abnormal price hikes, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan.

Awami League spokesperson and general secretary, Obaidul Quader, defended the government's efforts, saying that they have taken various steps to control the soaring prices of essential commodities.

Quader asserted, "The government has not shown any negligence in its task to control price hikes of essentials.

Our government has taken different steps to do so. It is not that we are sitting idle while the price is rising...