The environmental destruction caused by brick kilns is alarming. Despite having policies for constructing and operating brick kilns in the country, these regulations are often flouted, leading to proliferation of illegal brick kilns. Many of these have been operating for years, such as those in Brahmanbaria and Thakurgaon districts.
These illegal brick kilns lack valid documentation, approval from the Department of Environment, and certification for brick burning.
According to the law, no one is permitted to produce bricks or operate a kiln without the Department of Environment's approval.
The immediate closure of illegal brick kilns is imperative. Those that have been operating for years must be swiftly evicted, and stricter monitoring of legal brick kilns is essential for ensuring compliance with regulations. Protection of rivers, reservoirs, and canals from further degradation is a must.
It is hoped that the Department of Environment and local authorities will take prompt and decisive action to address this issue.
Ashikujaman Syed
Business Development Manager
syedashikujaman@yahoo.com