In Dhamrai upazila of Dhaka, around 25 acres of Boro rice fields have been destroyed by toxic smoke and heat from nearby brick kilns. The incident affected more than a hundred marginal farmers across five villages in the Amtala Union, many of whom had cultivated rice on borrowed land or with loans. The farmers, who relied on this harvest for their annual food supply, now face severe uncertainty after the sudden loss.
Local sources identified three brick kilns—Alif Bricks, Tiger Bricks, and Al Madina Bricks—situated beside the three-crop lands in Nandeswari area. Farmers claim that such damage occurs regularly due to the kilns’ heat and smoke, and they have demanded a fair investigation and compensation. Dhamrai Upazila Agriculture Officer Arifur Rahman confirmed that preliminary findings indicate the brick kilns caused the damage and said the matter has been reported to the administration. Upazila Executive Officer Al Mamun stated that discussions will be held with kiln owners and farmers to ensure proper compensation.
Residents noted that similar incidents occur every year in Dhamrai, urging stronger preventive measures and timely compensation for affected farmers.
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