Awareness campaign prog held in Shibchar

A campaign to raise awareness about plastic pollution and promote environmental cleanliness organised by the voluntary organization Development Efforts for Society and Humanity (DESH) in the Padma Bridge embankment area under Shibchar upazila of Madaripur on Monday.

The main objective of the campaign was to make local residents and visitors aware of the harmful effects of plastic pollution and encourage sustainable practices.

Shibchar Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) HM Ibne Mizan attending as the chief guest, inaugurated the programme.

It was reported that the environment near the Padma River embankment is being degraded by waste including plastic bottles, polythene bags, and food packaging left behind by visitors.

Such non-biodegradable waste poses a significant threat to the river and its biodiversity.