Dhaka River Pollution Review Meeting Held at Bangladesh Secretariat
A high-level review meeting was held at the Bangladesh Secretariat in Dhaka on September 6, 2026, to address critical pollution and waste management issues surrounding the capital's rivers. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called for collective action and personal responsibility to ensure a clean environment for future generations.
A crucial review meeting focusing on pollution control, waste removal, and overall management of the rivers surrounding the capital city of Dhaka took place on September 6, 2026. The official gathering was hosted at the Bangladesh Secretariat located in Dhaka, drawing the participation of numerous key figures, officials, and experts to deliberate on pressing environmental challenges.
During the proceedings at the Bangladesh Secretariat, discussions centered intensively on the worsening ecological conditions of several vital waterways in the region. Specifically, the deliberations addressed the state of the Buriganga, Turag, Dholeswari, Balu, and Shitalakshya rivers, alongside other related environmental matters affecting the aquatic ecosystems and surrounding communities.
Addressing the assembly, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman emphasized the critical importance of safeguarding natural resources for the days to come. He urged everyone involved to make concerted efforts to leave behind a pollution-free river system and a truly habitable environment not just for themselves, but crucially for the upcoming generations.
Underscoring the need for proactive engagement, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman specifically noted that individuals cannot afford to simply wait around for official government directives to take action. Instead, he stressed that every citizen must operate from a place of genuine personal responsibility to combat the ongoing environmental degradation effectively.
The comprehensive review meeting in Dhaka brought together a distinguished group of attendees to evaluate the current strategies and future steps needed for river management. Among the notable participants present at the Secretariat were Gazi Shahriar Pamir, Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan, Abdul Awwal Mintoo, Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie, Sheikh Rabiul Alam, Mir Shahe Alam, Junaid Saki, Rajib Ahsan, Sheikh Faridul Islam, Dr. Saimum Parভেজ, ABM Abdus Sattar, and Rear Admiral Abdullah-Al-Mamus.
Furthermore, representatives and delegations from several key institutions and local government bodies took part in the high-profile session to coordinate comprehensive approaches. Organizations actively involved in the collaborative discussions at the Bangladesh Secretariat included the Bangladesh Secretariat itself, the Bangladesh Navy, the Dhaka City Corporation, the Narayanganj City Corporation, and the Gazipur City Corporation.
