Dhaka, March 11 -- Students, human rights activists, and young environmentalists gathered at the iconic Raju Sculpture of Dhaka University to protest industrial pollution in the Phuljore and Karatoa Rivers.

The protesters demanded urgent action, including investigations into industrial waste pollution, strict enforcement of environmental laws, and measures against the responsible individuals and companies. They also called for an end to the harassment of environmental activists.

Speakers highlighted that industrial waste is severely polluting the rivers, threatening agriculture, fisheries, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of local communities. Many families are already facing crises due to land grabbing and environmental degradation. ...