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Oct132026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Tobacco Control Essential to Protect Public Health: State Minister for Land

State Minister for the Ministry of Land and the Ministry of Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs, Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, has stated that tobacco control is indispensable for combating non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and protecting public health in Bangladesh.Emphasizing the urgent need for effective measures to protect the younger generation from the risks of nicotine addiction, he expressed his support for necessary legislative and policy measures that prioritize reducing tobacco use, safeguarding young people, and protecting public health.He made these remarks while addressing a discussion meeting titled “Amended Tobacco Control Act 2026 for Public Health Protection and the Way Forward” as the Chief Guest. The event was organized by Dhaka Ahsania Mission (DAM) at the CIRD...

Oct62026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Gazipur City Corporation Committed to Ensuring a Tobacco-Free Environment across its offices

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Gazipur City Corporation is committed to ensuring a tobacco-free environment to protect public health and safeguard citizens from the harmful effects of tobacco use. To achieve this goal, relevant stakeholders will undertake a series of coordinated initiatives to ensure the effective implementation of the relevant provisions of the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (Amended 2026), as well as to establish tobacco-free environments across all offices of Gazipur City Corporation. This commitment was expressed by Md. Shawkat Hossain Sarker, Administrator of Gazipur City Corporation.On Monday (5 October 2026), he expressed this commitment while speaking as the chief guest at a discussion meeting on tobacco control at Gazipur City Corporation, jointly organized by Gazipu...

Oct32026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Agrajatra Nari Forum Demands Equal Rights, Freedom of Attire, and an End to Airport Harassment

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Women’s rights organization Agrajatra Nari Forum has expressed profound concern and strong protest over the unjustified questioning, scrutiny, and harassment of adult female travelers at the airport regarding their marital status, attire, guardian’s permission, and private lives. The statement follows a recent incident where three adult women holding valid passports and all necessary travel documents were unlawfully obstructed at Dhaka airport while traveling to Nepal. Officials reportedly questioned their unmarried status and insisted on family consent—an infringement that prompted legal action and led the Honorable High Court to issue a rule on the matter. Reacting strongly to the incident, the organization questioned: “Why should an adult woman not be permitted to travel abroad indepe...

Sep302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Recovery is an Ongoing Journey Toward a Healthy, Meaningful and Fulfilling Life

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Recovery from drug addiction is not simply about stopping drug use; rather, it is an ongoing process of change through which individuals overcome the harmful effects of substance use, improve their physical and mental health, well-being and quality of life, develop self-reliance, rebuild relationships, and move towards a healthy, meaningful and productive life. Recovery does not happen overnight. It is an ongoing journey that requires continuous commitment, support and access to a continuum of care to help individuals maintain recovery and lead healthy and fulfilling lives.On the occasion of Recovery Day 2026, speakers made these remarks at a discussion meeting jointly organized by Dhaka Ahsania Mission (DAM) and the Bangladesh Chapter of the International Society of Substance Use Prof...

Sep302026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Dhaka WASA Committed to Ensuring a Tobacco-Free Environment

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Dhaka WASA is committed to ensuring an environment free from smoking and tobacco products to protect public health and provide citizens with a tobacco-free environment. To achieve this goal, emphasis will be placed on the proper implementation of the relevant provisions of the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) Act, 2005 (Amendment 2026). In response to the demand for ensuring a smoke and tobacco products free environment across all Dhaka WASA offices, continuous initiatives will be undertaken in coordination with relevant stakeholders, said A K A M Fazlul Haque, Deputy Managing Director (Human Resources and Administration) of Dhaka WASA.He expressed this commitment as the chief guest at a discussion meeting titled “Ensuring a Smoke and Tobacco Products Usage Free Environment...

Sep292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

BTCA urges all not to accept any support from tobacco companies, including trees

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Bangladesh Tobacco Control Advocates (BTCA) has urged government institutions, social organizations, voluntary organizations and environmental groups not to accept trees, financial assistance, gifts, sponsorship or any other form of support from cigarette and other tobacco companies.In a statement sent to the media on Tuesday (September 29), BTCA said that under Bangladesh’s existing tobacco control law, tobacco companies are not allowed to conduct Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities or support such activities. According to Section 5(3) of the Smoking and Tobacco Products Usage (Control) (Amendment) Act, 2026, the name, sign, trademark or symbol of any tobacco or tobacco product manufacturing company cannot be used in the name of CSR activities. Providing any kind of suppo...

Sep292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Road Crashes Claim More Young Lives, Youth Seek Road Safety Law

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Press Release: Dhaka, 29 September 2026: Young people are significantly affected by road crashes in Bangladesh. Various studies and road crash statistics show that the involvement and casualty rate of young people in motorcycle crashes are particularly concerning. As a large number of young people use motorcycles, they face greater risks on the roads due to speeding, improper helmet use, risky overtaking, and other unsafe behaviors. Therefore, greater attention must be given to the safety of young people by strengthening road safety measures, including speed management, safer vehicles, quality helmets, seat belt use, and timely post-crash emergency services.The demand was raised at a discussion meeting titled “Youth Call for a Comprehensive Road Safety Law.” The meeting was held on Tue...

Sep292026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Call for Increased Funding to Reduce Hypertension-Related Heart Disease Risk Among Youths

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Hypertension-related heart disease is one of the leading causes of premature deaths in Bangladesh and around the world. The growing risk of hypertension and heart disease, particularly among young people, is deeply alarming. However, budgetary allocation for addressing these issues remains very low. Under these circumstances, allocating a significant portion of the increased health budget to hypertension control could substantially reduce premature deaths from heart disease. Speakers shared these insights today (28 September, 2026) at a webinar titled "Health Budget to Address Hypertension and Heart Disease Risk Among Young People: Bangladesh Perspective," organized by research and advocacy organization PROGGA (Knowledge for Progress), with support from the Global Health Advocacy Incubato...

Sep232026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Human Chain Demands State Action Against Child Disappearances, Trafficking

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Expressing profound alarm over the surge in child disappearances and child trafficking across Bangladesh, a human chain demonstration was held today demanding the immediate, safe rescue of missing children and robust state action to ensure child safety. The demonstration was organized jointly by Ograjatra Nari Forum and allied rights groups in front of Tokyo Square in Mohammadpur, Dhaka, at 5:00 PM. The program was presided over by Zakia Shishir, Convener of Ograjatra Nari Forum. Key speakers included Aminul Islam Bakul, Chief Executive of Earth Development Foundation; Mehnaz Mala, Member Secretary of Ograjatra Nari Forum; Faisal Ahmed, Editor of River Bangla; Nazrana Shabnam, Vice President of Nari Kantha; Shakila Parvin, Chief Executive of Seemanta; Zakia Jahan, Chief Executive of BRAVE...

Sep222026 by Statement DeskNo Comments

Meeting Held to Ensure 100% Tobacco-Free Govt Offices in Chattogram

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A discussion meeting was held to ensure a 100% tobacco free environment at the office of the Divisional Commissioner, all Deputy Commissioners’ offices and other government offices across Chattogram Division. The meeting titled “Measures to Ensure a 100% Tobacco-Free Environment in the Chattogram Divisional Commissioner’s Office, District Commissioner’s Offices and Government Offices under the Tobacco Control (Amendment) Act 2026” was organized by National Heart Foundation of Bangladesh (NHFB) at the conference room of Chattogram Circuit House on Monday. Dr. Md. Ziauddin, Divisional Commissioner of Chattogram, chaired the meeting. The meeting was attended by the Deputy Commissioners of all 11 districts of the division, along with heads of various divisional-level government offices. Rep...