Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today said the government will consider the opposition’s proposal on the fuel situation and, if it contains realistic measures, they will certainly act on them.

Earlier, Opposition Leader Shafiqur Rahman proposed forming a “common committee” of government and opposition members to address the fuel crisis. He said they are ready to sit with an open heart, present their proposals to the government, and it is the government’s responsibility to implement them.

The opposition also alleged that while the nation is suffering from fuel shortages, responsible government representatives continue to deny the crisis and issue misleading claims.

They made the remarks while taking part in the discussion on matters of urgent public importance on fuel crisis at the parliament.

Leader of the House Tarique Rahman said the opposition leader has proposed that government and opposition sit together for discussion.

“I want to inform the parliament that we will indeed invite the opposition. We will sit, we will discuss, we will examine their proposals. If there is anything realistic and implementable, we will certainly carry it out. Why wouldn’t we? Because whichever side of the floor we sit on, the people of Bangladesh have sent us here to serve their interests,” he said.

On behalf of his party, Tarique said whenever anyone presents a matter concerning the interests of the country and its people, if anyone brings forward a proposal, wants to discuss, advise, or recommend, BNP is always ready to engage.

He noted that the current parliament was established through the blood of many martyrs, and embodies the hopes and aspirations of the people of Bangladesh for a brighter future.

“The issue we discussed today is undoubtedly an important one,” he said.

“Whatever way we describe it, the situation we are going through is significant for every person, every country, and every nation worldwide, including Bangladesh,” the PM said.