Save Basia river: Sultana Kamal urges government
The government must remove all illegal structures along the Basia river and punish the perpetrators for grabbing and polluting the waterbody, said Bangladesh Paribesh Andolon (Bapa) President Sultana Kamal yesterday.
The rights activist made the statement at a rally in Bishwanath upazila of Sylhet, jointly organised by Bapa, Surma River Waterkeeper and Bachao Basia Nodi Oikya Parishad.
The 56km long river flows through Sylhet and Sunamganj. But it has turned into a "narrow canal" due to pollution and grabbing, said locals.
Speaking as chief guest, the eminent environmentalist said rivers have to be protected. The prime minister must take initiatives to save these lifelines, she added.
Sharif Jamil, general secretary of Bapa, also addressed the event.
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