Cyclists Call for Stronger Tobacco Control Law to Protect Youth from Addiction
Dhaka, October 10, 2025 — Cyclists and public health activists have united to demand a stronger Tobacco Control Law in Bangladesh, urging the government to take immediate action against tobacco companies that are aggressively targeting the country’s youth through deceptive marketing tactics.
The call came during a cycle rally titled “Youth for Health: Time to Strengthen Tobacco Control Law”, organized by Madak Darbo O Nesha Nirodh Sangstha (MANAS) on Manik Mia Avenue, Dhaka. The event aimed to raise public awareness about the growing threat of tobacco addiction and its devastating impact on health, youth, and the national economy.
Tobacco Companies Accused of Targeting Youth
Speakers at the rally alleged that multinational tobacco companies are violating Bangladesh’s Tobacco Control L...