Bangladesh nears to achieving universal iodized salt usage recognition | Others

DHAKA, Oct 21, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh is close to achieving international recognition for self-sufficiency in iodized salt usage, which is granted when 90 percent of a country's population uses iodized salt. Around 76 percent of households are currently using iodized salt and the nation needs to bring just 14 percent more people under the coverage of iodized salt usage to achieve this recognition. The information was reveled today at a seminar marking the celebration of the ‘World Iodine Day-2025’ at the Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC) Bhaban in the city, said a press release. BSCIC hosted the seminar focusing on the resolution of iodine deficiency disorders (IDD) and raising public awareness. Industries Secretary Md Obaidur Rahman attended...