The single use of plastic was banned both inside and outside the stadiums during the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). Photo: PID

DHAKA, Feb 8, 2025 (BSS) - The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate 
Change has urged all organisers of sports, cultural, and social events, 
including cricket and football tournaments, to follow environment-friendly 
practices in their events.

Marking the Youth Festival 2025, the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) was made 
an environment-friendly event, while the ministry implemented several 
initiatives. 

The single use of plastic was banned both inside and outside the stadiums, a 
ministry press release said here today. 

Eco-friendly placards and props were introduced, along with environmentally 
responsible materials for celebrating boundaries and sixes it said, adding, 
"During the tournament's opening and final matches, team captains exchanged 
trees as symbolic gifts to promote environmental awareness." 

According to the ministry release, L-shaped advertisements and thematic TVCs 
were broadcast during matches, emphasising zero waste, the elimination of 
single-use plastics, and the reduction of air and noise pollution.

Special awareness corners were set up at the three BPL venues in Dhaka, 
Sylhet, and Chattogram to educate spectators on environmental conservation 
efforts. These corners showcased sustainable initiatives and engaged 
audiences in eco-friendly activities. 

Additionally, interactive bins with color-coded waste segregation were 
installed to ensure proper waste management and minimise pollution.

To further amplify the green message, popular radio jockeys endorsed 
environmental awareness messages aired live during matches. Social media 
platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok were also utilised to boost 
and promote eco-conscious campaigns, the release further said.

Through these initiatives, BPL 2025 was evolved beyond a cricket tournament 
into a platform for environmental awareness, inspiring the youth to take 
action in preserving nature.