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Deputy Minister Mir Shah Alam Conducts Night-time Inspection of Dhaka's Waste Management

Local Government Deputy Minister Mir Shah Alam conducted a surprise inspection of waste management activities in Dhaka at night.

By Staff Correspondent
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প্রধানমন্ত্রীর পর এবার রাতের ঢাকায় বর্জ্য তদারকিতে স্থানীয় সরকার প্রতিমন্ত্রী

Local Government, Rural Development and Co-operatives Deputy Minister Mir Shah Alam conducted a surprise inspection of waste management activities in Dhaka at night. On Wednesday around 11 PM, the Deputy Minister visited the Kakoli area of Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) with Chief Waste Management Officer Humayun Kabir. He spent an hour inspecting waste removal and cleanliness activities in Kakoli and nearby areas, inquiring about waste accumulation, removal times, and on-ground worker performance. This follows Prime Minister Tareq Rahman's earlier surprise inspection during Eid-ul-Azha, where he directed Dhaka's two city corporations to ensure swift waste removal and cleanliness to reduce public suffering. During his night-time visit, Deputy Minister Mir Shah Alam emphasized zero tolerance for negligence in waste management, stressing the need for increased field-level supervision to prevent public inconvenience. He highlighted the importance of regular and timely waste removal for a clean and livable Dhaka, warning of accountability for any negligence.

Increased oversight after Prime Minister's inspection

Local Government Ministry sources report that oversight of Dhaka's waste management has intensified following the Prime Minister's on-ground inspection during Eid-ul-Azha. This includes night-time inspections in various areas as part of enhanced cleanliness efforts by Dhaka's two city corporations.

FAQ

When did the Deputy Minister conduct the inspection?
Wednesday around 11 PM.
Who accompanied the Deputy Minister during the inspection?
DNCC's Chief Waste Management Officer Humayun Kabir.

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