Chevron Bangladesh, in collaboration with iDE as a part of the Uddokta Phase-II intervention, recently handed over cattle and product baskets to female sales agents near the Bibiyana Gas Plant in Habiganj district.
The product baskets were handed over to 60 female sales agents, making relevant health and hygiene products available at their doorsteps. In addition, 223 cattle were handed over to 22 VDO cooperatives, supporting the sustainability of these cooperatives under a new business model.
The introduction of cattle insurance was a new addition to make this business model more effective and captivating for the long run, said a release.
Beneficiaries exhibited their stalls with products such as fresh vegetables, livestock, agriculture inputs, machineries, and mini garments products. The private sector also showcased their services and products to facilitate market linkage and chain development.
The event was attended by Member of Parliament Amatul Kibria Keya Chowdhury (Habiganj-1), Chevron Bangladesh Corporate Affairs director Muhammad Imrul Kabir, District Livestock Officer Dr. Md. Abdul Kader, and Upazila Agriculture Officer Sheikh Fazlul Haq Moni. They appreciated Chevron Bangladesh & iDE for such an impactful social investment project for the community. The event was also attended by Bibiyana Gas plant Superintendent Koyes Chowdhury, Community Engagement and Social Investment Manager Khondoker Tusherujjaman along with other Chevron team members.
In her speech, Amatul Kibria Keya Chowdhury mentioned how Chevron Bangladesh has contributed to the economy not only through providing affordable, reliable natural gas but also by being there for the community through various social investment initiatives.
