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Govt fighting against river encroachers and polluters: Minister

Published : Friday, 13 November, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Observer Online Report

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The government is actively fighting against river encroachers and polluters, Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Shipping Minister Sheikh Rabiul Alam has said, noting that various initiatives have been undertaken to restore the beauty and environment of rivers in Dhaka and across the country.

He made the remarks on Friday (13 November) morning while participating in the BIWTA Walkway Run marathon, held under the theme 'Run for Clean River' in Bosila, Dhaka.

Expressing regret over the state of waterways, Sheikh Rabiul Alam said that while other countries around the world do not have to think separately about their rivers, protecting rivers in Bangladesh requires waging a virtual war.

"Everyone must be aware from their respective positions to stop the encroachment of government land and the indiscriminate dumping of waste into rivers," the minister urged.

Outlining plans to conserve and utilise five rivers surrounding the capital, he added that initiatives have been taken to free the waterways from encroachment and pollution, introduce regular circular vessel services, establish river connectivity, and construct walkways along both banks.

-SA

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