ছবি: Syeda Rizwana Hasan. File Photo
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Environmental Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, announced that the use of burnt bricks in all government construction projects will be discontinued by 2025. In a recent interview, she stated, “Government offices have already been instructed to avoid using burnt bricks in construction.”
As the largest consumer of bricks, the government utilizes them extensively in roads, bridges, and building construction. “The government must transition to alternatives for burnt bricks. If the authorities initiate the demand, solutions can be implemented,” Hasan emphasized.
She highlighted that brick kilns are one of the primary causes of environmental pollution and confirmed the government’s firm stance on curbing their operation. “No new brick kilns will be approved, and 3,491 brick kilns operating without environmental clearance will be shut down,” she said.
In addition, illegal brick kilns in various districts will be relocated in the public interest. To encourage the production of alternative eco-friendly blocks, the government plans to introduce incentives.
The advisor reiterated that brick kiln licenses are no longer being issued. “We are taking action against brick kilns in areas where complaints of pollution have been reported,” she explained.
Commenting on zigzag brick kilns, Hasan noted that no immediate action is being taken against them as many investors have shifted to this system. “Owners of these kilns have been warned and committees have been formed to ensure compliance with regulations. If any violations are detected during inspections, the kilns will be demolished,” she concluded.
This decisive move underscores the government’s commitment to mitigating pollution and fostering sustainable construction practices.
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