Crack down on illegal rod makers
Industries Minister Nurul Majid Mahmud Humayun yesterday directed the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution (BSTI) to soon start a drive against factories manufacturing illegal and substandard steel rods.
“The drive will be run for the sake of public interest,” he said while addressing a meeting with representatives of Bangladesh Steel Manufacturers Association at the ministry.
He further said legal action would be taken against paint manufacturers who illegally use the BSTI logo.
The steel manufacturers placed some demands which Humayun assured of giving due consideration in the interest of quality steel production.
He also directed the ministry officials to take effective measures in “rationally” fixing the certification fee of mild steel rods.
The association leaders said their products were of world class and they would be able to go for exports on meeting domestic demand if necessary government support was provided.
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