Government buildings will be made with environment friendly technology and materials

Published : January 31, 2024 , 9:01 pm

Dhaka, Broadcasting News Corporation: Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said, government buildings will be built using environment-friendly technology and materials. The government has taken this decision to control air pollution and stop wastage of valuable agricultural land. The Ministries and Departments concerned with the construction and works of the Government, including the City Corporation and Municipalities, shall follow the targets of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in the construction of offices. The Environment Minister also said these while laying the foundation`s stone for the construction of a community center adjacent to Goran Sheikh Russel Ground in Khilgaon in the capital wednesday. Saber Chowdhury told that many basic needs of the people of the area would be fulfilled as a result of the construction of the Goran community Center. In this center they can conduct various social and cultural activities. Besides, the center will also act as a meeting place for the people of the area. Dhaka South City Corporation Mayor Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Tapas said, this community center will be environment friendly, fire and earthquake resistant. It will have modern facilities including parking, underground water reservoir, water pump, fire fighting room, councilor room, health care centre, toilet, gymnasium, washroom, banquet hall, lift etc. In the opening ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer of Dhaka South City Corporation Md. Mizanur Rahman, Dhaka South City Corporation No. 2 Ward Councilor Anisur Rahman, Ward 2, 3 and 4 Reserved Women Councilor Farzana Yasmin Biplobi along with the leaders of local Awami League and organizations were present. Later, Environment Minister and Mayor of Dhaka South City Corporation planted two saplings.