Dhaka: Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan today underscored the need for taking stern action to stop illegal polythene production and its transportation. “Strict measures must be taken to stop illegal polythene production and transportation. Effective initiatives are needed to prevent water and air pollution and use of single-use plastic must be reduced,” she said.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the adviser made these remarks at a workshop held at Rajarbagh Police Lines Auditorium, where she was the chief guest. The workshop focused on ‘The Importance of Implementing Laws to Protect Human Rights and the Environment in the Changing Situation of the Country’, as detailed in a press release.
Rizwana, who also serves as the water resources adviser, emphasized that development should not come at the cost of the environment and human rights. She highlighted the importance of implementing effective laws to prevent environmental destruction and protect the population.
She urged the administration, law enforcement agencies, and civil society to collaborate in ensuring effective law and order throughout the country. The workshop was attended by government officials, representatives of law enforcement agencies, environmentalists, and human rights activists.