Pakistan, Oct. 5 -- Bangladesh's rivers are facing a growing plastic pollution crisis as rising waste overwhelms waterways and threatens aquatic life. The problem has become especially severe in the Buriganga River, a vital waterway for Dhaka.

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Single-use plastic became common in Bangladesh during the 1980s. Since then, plastic consumption has expanded rapidly, while waste management systems have struggled to keep pace. A 2022 study estimated that Bangladesh produces around 3,000 tonnes of plastic waste every day.

Large amounts of this waste enter rivers and waterways, creating environmental and public health concerns. Plastic can break down into microplastics that ...