Following the extended Eid-ul-Fitr holidays, Prime Minister Tariq Rahman returned to office on Tuesday, 24 March, resuming regular administrative duties at the Secretariat. Arriving promptly at 9:01 a.m., he exchanged cordial Eid greetings with officers and staff before commencing his daily official work.
The Prime Minister’s Additional Press Secretary, Atikur Rahman Ruman, confirmed the event, noting that the early morning interaction set a warm and collegial tone for the office. “The Prime Minister’s personal engagement reflects both the festive spirit of the season and his commitment to fostering a harmonious working environment,” he remarked.
The Eid greeting session was attended by senior officials from various ministries, including Ariful Haque Chowdhury, Rashiduzzaman Millat, Mahdi Amin, Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Gani, Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister ABM Abdus Sattar, Private Secretary Mia Muhammad Ashraf Reza Faridi, and other secretaries and senior bureaucrats.
The session fostered a friendly and engaging atmosphere within the Secretariat. Officers reported that the Prime Minister personally inquired about their family well-being and professional progress, while briefly outlining key national development priorities and policy directions.
A summary of key participants and their activities is provided below:
| Position | Name | Activity |
|---|---|---|
| Prime Minister | Tariq Rahman | Arrived at 9:01 a.m.; exchanged Eid greetings |
| Minister of Expatriates’ Welfare | Ariful Haque Chowdhury | Greeted staff and exchanged Eid wishes |
| State Minister for Civil Aviation | Rashiduzzaman Millat | Participated in greetings; office inspection |
| Advisor to the Prime Minister | Mahdi Amin | Attended and engaged with colleagues |
| Cabinet Secretary | Nasimul Gani | Offered administrative guidance; exchanged greetings |
| Chief Secretary to the PM | ABM Abdus Sattar | Greeted officers and staff |
| Private Secretary | Mia Muhammad Ashraf Reza Faridi | Attended and interacted with colleagues |
The Prime Minister’s presence and personal engagement during the event infused the Secretariat with a sense of camaraderie and motivation. Officers described the session as both uplifting and memorable, noting that such interactions reinforce workplace morale and efficiency.
By directly connecting with staff, the Prime Minister has set an example of human-centred leadership within government administration, demonstrating how top-level engagement can cultivate a supportive, respectful, and congenial work environment.