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MUNSHIGANJ, July 9, 2026 (BSS) – World Environment Day 2026 was observed in the district today in a befitting manner.

On the occasion, a discussion, prize distribution ceremony and tree sapling distribution programme were held at the conference room of the Deputy Commissioner's Office, with Deputy Commissioner Syeda Nurmahal Ashrafi in the chair.

Lawmaker Md Kamruzzaman attended the event as the chief guest, while Superintendent of Police Md Menhajul Alam was present as the special guest.

Munshiganj Zila Parishad Administrator A.K.M. Eradat, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Md Mahmudur Rahman Khandakar, and Deputy Director of the Department of Environment Mizanur Rahman, among others, were also present.

Addressing the discussion held under the theme, 'Climate Change: Today's Action, Tomorrow's Security', the speakers said there is no alternative to extensive tree plantation, reducing the use of single-use plastics, ensuring the proper management of natural resources, and adopting environmentally friendly lifestyles to address the impacts of climate change.

They said individuals, families, educational institutions, government and non-government organisations, and people from all walks of life must work together to build a safe, green and habitable world for future generations.

At the end of the programme, prizes were distributed among the winners of a drawing competition organised by the Department of Environment, and tree saplings were also distributed.

Earlier, a colourful rally was brought out from the Collectorate premises.