Dhaka, June 5 -- Speakers at a human chain marking World Environment Day 2026 called for urgent measures to protect natural water bodies, prevent groundwater depletion, and strengthen climate resilience through nature-based solutions.

The human chain, organised by COAST Foundation in front of the Bhola District Press Club on Friday, brought together representatives from civil society, journalists, women leaders, students, youth groups and people from different professions.

The participants expressed concern over the growing impacts of climate change in Bangladesh, particularly in coastal regions, where irregular rainfall, prolonged droughts, excessive rainfall, waterlogging and rising salinity are becoming increasingly common.

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