During a parliamentary discussion on poverty reduction strategies, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina criticized the opposition for their lack of concern for the poor. Hasina expressed disappointment at the absence of the main opposition party, BNP, and stated that they did not join because they do not have the desire to help the poor. She mentioned that she would have been pleased if they had participated in the discussion on this important national issue. The Planning Minister, A K Khandaker, presented the draft PRSP-2 to the Parliament on September 15 for the MPs to give their opinions. Prime Minister Hasina discussed the draft for 38 minutes during the four-hour discussion, which was chaired by Speaker Abdul Hamid and attended by 23 MPs, Deputy Leader of the House Syeda Sajeda Chowdhury, and Finance Minister AMA Muhith. The Planning Minister mentioned at the start of the discussion that the paper would be completed by December of this year. He also requested specific recommendations from the Members of Parliament. Prime Minister Hasina stated, "We aim to advance the country with the five-year plan. The PRSP has been prepared and deliberated in parliament, which is a noteworthy occurrence." She mentioned that the PRSP will be available online in Bangla. She highlighted the initiatives outlined in the strategy paper, such as promoting development through collaboration, addressing Monga, creating job opportunities for those affected by floods, utilizing water resources for environmental progress, ensuring food security, constructing infrastructure suitable for the impoverished, and enhancing the communication system. The prime minister mentioned the measures taken by her government, such as rationing essential commodities for garment workers, adjusting school and office schedules to ease traffic congestion, and constructing six flyovers and elevated roads in the capital. The government has also reduced power outages, but is still criticized for mismanagement by previous administrations. She attributed climate change to developed countries and demanded compensation from the United Nations. Plans have been made to dredge rivers and allocate Tk 700 crore for those who may be impacted. The prime minister also mentioned her government's plans to establish multi-purpose cyclone centers in coastal areas. She urged the public to be vigilant against ongoing plots and false information aimed at undermining the government, stating that poverty could be reduced if people cooperate. Hasina expressed her desire for the people's support in developing the country into a more advanced nation, emphasizing the need to overcome obstacles. She referenced a recent bomb attack on AL MP Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh, warning of conspiracies to create chaos through terrorism but noting that the people trust the government. She stated that she would confront any challenges in order to work for the benefit of the people.