A waste-to-energy project at the Aminbazar landfill in Savar is set to begin operations soon, with formal work scheduled to start on July 1. The announcement came from State Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sheikh Faridul Islam following an inter-ministerial meeting. He expressed optimism that the initiative would help reduce the foul odor from waste and improve local living conditions.

During a visit to the Aminbazar landfill, the minister explained that the project had been delayed due to earlier complications. With the new government in place, he said all necessary processing would be completed soon to launch the project. He also mentioned discussions with Dhaka North City Corporation regarding waste dumping practices at the site.

The minister noted that thousands of tons of waste have been affecting the local environment but expressed hope that electricity generation from waste would ease public suffering once the project becomes operational.