Pollution is a constant threat
With a gradual decrease in monsoon showers as we near the winter months, dust begins to reign supreme across one of the most polluted cities in the world, Dhaka. Harmful chemicals in the air, paired with the dust, create a fatal combination risking our health. According to this daily, we have seen frequent reports on the harmful effects of pollution as a result of unfit vehicles, brick kilns and industrialisation among others. Children, pregnant women and elderly people are gravely at risk when breathing in the polluted and dusty air. Different types of cancer, respiratory illnesses like bronchitis, along with other health problems are on the rise amongst the city dwellers.
A feasible way to combat this issue would be to plant more tress across the capital. A planned approach towards urbanisation will also bring significant benefits. As the existing problems already pose a great threat, everyone should be made aware as to not worsen the situation any further. The government must strengthen the policies and enforce strict environmental standards. If we do not take effective measures immediately, it will be too late to free ourselves from the clutches of this deadly pollution.
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