Dhaka’s waste management failed to improve in 53 years: Adviser Rizwana
Staff Correspondent
Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Thursday highlighted Dhaka’s persistent waste management struggles even after 53 years of independence.
Speaking at an event, titled “Youth Leading Climate and Local Action for Cities,” held at The Daily Star Centre in Dhaka on the occasion of World Cities Day 2024, Adviser Rizwana called for a renewed focus on urban management. “Our current systems are still not up to the mark. We need a concerted effort from all stakeholders, particularly our youth, to bring about meaningful change,” she said.
Chaired by Chandan Z. Gomez, senior director of World Vision Bangladesh, the event encouraged youth participation in urban sustainability initiatives. Rizwana also stressed the need for more recreational spaces for children, connecting this to the broader issue of urban planning. “Building livable cities goes beyond just waste management; it encompasses the well-being of our future generations,” she added.
The dialogue aimed to inspire young leaders to take active roles in improving Dhaka’s sustainability, with the adviser expressing confidence that youth, supported by government initiatives, can drive the necessary transformations.
Notable attendees included Dr. M Shahidul Islam from Dhaka University and Professor Mohammad Ali Naqi, Vice President of the Institute of Architects Bangladesh, among others.
