Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed addressed a public gathering in Cox's Bazar, choosing to speak in the local dialect during a program to inaugurate the re-excavation of the Patli Canal, attended by the Prime Minister. Following his speech in the regional language, the Minister remarked that speaking formally in standard Bengali created a sense of distance between him and the local population. He expressed feeling “foreign” or detached when using proper Bengali with residents of the area. The Minister acknowledged this feeling while addressing party members and the Prime Minister. This statement highlights a sensitivity to linguistic connection and local identity within the region. The event focused on infrastructure development and community engagement in Cox's Bazar.