Foul ordour and insects in WASA water

Safe and clean water is one of the most fundamental human rights and an essential prerequisite for a healthy life. Ensuring this right is a core responsibility of the state. However, in the capital city of Dhaka, this basic necessity is being alarmingly neglected.

For far too long, residents in various parts of Dhaka have been suffering due to the severely compromised quality of water supplied by WASA. The water often carries a foul odour, appears blackish or yellowish, and is frequently contaminated with dirt - and, shockingly, even insects. This water is clearly unfit not only for drinking but also for daily household use such as cooking, bathing, and cleaning.

As a result, waterborne diseases are on the rise. People are increasingly falling victim to diarrhea, skin infections, eye conditions, and even chronic health issues related to the kidneys and liver. The situation is especially dire for slum dwellers and low-income communities who cannot afford alternative sources of clean water.

In a modern city like Dhaka, where the foundation of a healthy and functional life depends on safe water, such contamination is nothing short of a humanitarian crisis. It is not just a violation of citizens' rights-it is a matter of public health and human dignity. WASA and the relevant authorities must take immediate and effective steps to ensure the supply of clean, safe water to all residents of Dhaka. Our health and future depend on it.

Progga Das

Student, Department of Economics

Eden Mohila College

proggadas2005@gmail.com