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Md. Selim Khan Named New Agriculture Secretary

Md. Selim Khan has been appointed as the new Agriculture Secretary, bringing a wealth of experience and a notable student political background.

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Md. Selim Khan has been appointed as the new Agriculture Secretary at the Ministry of Agriculture, as confirmed by a ministry press release on August 13, 2026. Khan, an officer of the 18th batch of the BCS Administration Cadre, was promoted to the rank of Secretary and officially appointed through a notification issued by the Ministry of Public Administration on August 11.

Who is Md. Selim Khan?

Md. Selim Khan is an experienced public servant with a career spanning various key positions. He has previously served as the Upazila Executive Officer in Patharghata Upazila of Barguna and held municipal roles in Thakurgaon and Gazipur for several years.

What is Khan's political background?

During his time as a student at Dhaka University's Surja Sen Hall in the 1990s, Khan was closely involved with the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal. His political affiliations reportedly affected his career progression, though he has held numerous important positions over the years.

Source: BSS

FAQ

When was Md. Selim Khan appointed as the Agriculture Secretary?
Md. Selim Khan was appointed as the Agriculture Secretary on August 13, 2026.
What positions has Md. Selim Khan held in the past?
Md. Selim Khan has served as the Upazila Executive Officer in Patharghata Upazila of Barguna and held municipal roles in Thakurgaon and Gazipur for several years.
How did Md. Selim Khan's political background affect his career?
Md. Selim Khan's involvement with the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal and his political affiliations reportedly affected his career progression, though he has held numerous important positions over the years.

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