Char Bakalia

File Photo: Minhaz Uddin
Bangladesh

Waste-to-energy plant project in Ctg's Char Bakalia scrapped

The Ministry of Land rejected the proposal to build the power plant on the newly formed char

Located just upstream from the Shah Amanat Bridge, Char Bakalia is a vital ecosystem with diverse plant and bird species. A proposed waste-to-energy plant on the island has sparked debate about balancing development and environmental protection. The photo was taken recently. Photo: Minhaz Uddin
Energy

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