Major Functions of Industry Division

• Planning for increase in production of paper and newsprint
• Identification of comparative advantages in different sectors of the economy
• Taking steps towards increase of foreign and private investment
• Taking steps towards strengthening of exports

Oil, Gas, and Natural Resources Wing

• Encouragement of growth of locally produced energy, such as natural gas
• Satisfaction of local commercial demand through development of gas
• Establishment of national gas grid
• Taking steps towards development of mineral resources

Power Wing

• Working towards an objective of producing an additional 3,319 Mega-Watt to meet local demands
• Allotment of Tk. 8,836,10 crore in Fifth Five-Year Plan
• Encouragement of private sector investment