Political Hurdles Cleared for Stronger India-BD Ties

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan

Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has underscored the importance of removing political barriers that once clouded Bangladesh-India relations, stressing the necessity of building a mutually beneficial partnership between the two neighboring nations.

"The political obstacles that once overshadowed our ties with India had to be addressed for the greater good of both nations," she said during a recent awareness and driver retraining programme on noise pollution control in Dhaka.

Rizwana acknowledged the historical weight of Bangladesh’s recent mass uprisings but emphasized the need to balance this legacy with a progressive outlook on bilateral relations.

"While we cannot disregard the significance of the recent movement in our country, it is essential to move forward with a cooperative approach towards India," she added.

Environmental and Legal Initiatives

During the event, Rizwana also announced that the Noise Pollution Control Act is set to be officially published as a gazette, marking a crucial step in tackling noise pollution and safeguarding public health.

"Efforts are currently underway to finalize the procedures, and the Act will be officially published soon," she confirmed.

Call for Political Reforms

On the issue of political progress, Rizwana voiced concern over the stagnation in political reforms, urging political parties to take responsibility for the lack of advancements over the years.

"If political reforms cannot be achieved without the active involvement of political parties, why have they remained unaddressed for the past 53 years?" she questioned, calling for immediate and decisive action.