A human chain was organized on Friday morning along the bank of the Old Gomti River in Cumilla to mark World Environment Day. The event was arranged by the environmental wing of the social and cultural organization Cumillar Jomin Family under the theme “No more plastic pollution, time to stop it.” Participants included people from various professions, journalists, teachers, environmentally conscious citizens, and representatives of social organizations.
Speakers at the event expressed concern over the country’s deteriorating environmental condition, citing encroachment and pollution of rivers, canals, and open spaces as major threats. They said the Old Gomti River, once vibrant and historically significant, has long suffered from neglect, occupation, and pollution, earning the name “Dead Gomti.”
Referring to the Hatirjheel project in Dhaka, speakers suggested that with proper planning and management, the Old Gomti River could be transformed into a modern urban recreation center, improving the city’s environment and creating new tourism opportunities. They also called on citizens to become more aware of environmental conservation.
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