President Mohammed Shahabuddin. File Photo

DHAKA, June 4, 2026 (BSS) – President Mohammed Shahabuddin has urged all concerned to work collectively to prevent environmental pollution, preserve ecological balance and address the adverse impacts of climate change.

“Neither the government nor any single institution alone can effectively tackle the climate and environmental crisis . . . active participation of the public and private sectors, researchers, civil society and people from all walks of life is essential in this regard,” he said in a message issued today on the eve of World Environment Day-2026, to be observed tomorrow.

The President said World Environment Day is being observed in Bangladesh, alongside other countries across the globe, with due importance under the initiative of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) to promote environmental protection and raise public awareness.

Referring to this year's theme, “Climate Change: Today's Action, Tomorrow's Security”, and the slogan “Now for Climate”, he said the observance has renewed global attention to the urgent need for effective measures to address the climate crisis.

The Head of State said Bangladesh is facing a wide range of challenges due to climate change, including floods, droughts, cyclones, abnormal temperature rise, sea-level rise and ecological imbalance, all of which are adversely affecting people's lives, biodiversity and the national economy.

He said the government has been implementing various long-term programmes to combat climate change and ensure sustainable development.

“Among the government's notable initiatives are the plantation of 250 million trees over the next five years, creation of water reservoirs through canal excavation, expansion of renewable energy use, promotion of green urbanisation, environment-friendly industrialisation and effective measures to control pollution,” he added.

The President underscored the need for collective responsibility, effective action and enhanced public awareness to ensure a safe, liveable and sustainable environment for future generations.

He wished all programmes an overall success.