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In the heart of Bangladesh’s bustling cities, a growing menace continues to disturb public life and pose serious risks to health and well-being. Noise pollution, once considered a minor irritant, has now emerged as a major environmental and public health concern in urban areas such as Dhaka, Chattogram, Khulna, and Sylhet. With rapid urbanisation, increasing […]
Bangladesh, one of the most climate-vulnerable countries in the world, faces an alarming new reality: climate migration. With rising sea levels, extreme weather events, river erosion, and salinity intrusion becoming more frequent and intense, millions of people are being forced to leave their homes in search of safety and livelihood. This phenomenon, often referred to […]
In a general sense, common people consider pollution to be soil, water, noise and air pollution. Many of us are unaware of the nature and extent of pollution in a broad sense. Some pollutants work silently and can have long-term effects with prolonged exposure. One of them is VOCs pollution, which acts as a silent […]
Bangladesh, a country situated in the delta of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, is one of the most disaster-prone nations in the world. With its geographic location and low-lying topography, the country frequently experiences floods, cyclones, riverbank erosion, droughts, and other natural calamities. Rural areas, where the majority of the population resides, are particularly […]
Wetlands are one of the most valuable ecosystems on earth. From purifying water to providing habitat for wildlife, supporting fisheries, and protecting against floods, wetlands play a critical role in maintaining ecological balance and supporting livelihoods. In Bangladesh, a country with vast low-lying areas and riverine landscapes, wetlands are not only vital for biodiversity but […]
The Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT), comprising the districts of Rangamati, Khagrachari, and Bandarban, are among the most ecologically diverse and naturally beautiful regions of Bangladesh. With lush forests, rich biodiversity, and indigenous communities maintaining a close connection with nature, the region plays a vital role in the country’s environmental and cultural heritage. However, deforestation in […]
The Buriganga River, once considered the lifeline of Dhaka city, is now among the most polluted rivers in Bangladesh. Flowing along the southwest edge of the capital, this river has played a vital role in the socio-economic development of the region for centuries. However, due to unplanned urbanisation, industrialisation, and poor waste management, the Buriganga has become a symbol of environmental degradation. The water pollution crisis in the Buriganga River […]
In recent years, Bangladesh has faced growing environmental challenges due to rapid urbanisation, industrialisation, deforestation, pollution, and the impacts of climate change. From rising temperatures and erratic rainfall to declining biodiversity and increasing natural disasters, the country is grappling with complex and multi-dimensional environmental issues. Amidst these pressing challenges, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have emerged as […]
Dhaka is a magical city where people start their day with dreams and relentlessly struggle for survival and a livelihood to fulfil them. The megacity, one of the most densely populated in the world, has four to five times more people than its capacity. Have we ever considered whether this city can bear the pressure […]