DHAKA, May 12, 2024 (BSS) - Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister 
Saber Hossain Chowdhury said the Urban Afforestation Project (UAP) will be 
implemented in Dhaka to keep the temperature bearable. 

"Certain amount of greenery is needed to keep the environment of a city 
livable. So, an Urban Afforestation Project will be implemented in Dhaka to 
keep the temperature bearable," he said.

The minister said this while addressing as the chief guest at the launching 
ceremony of the Climate Action Plan of Dhaka North and South City 
Corporations at the Nabab Nawab Ali Chowdhury Senate Bhaban of Dhaka 
University (DU).

He said a special satellite survey is being carried out for Dhaka through 
which it will be determined where the trees need to be planted.

Saber Hossain said the Climate Action Plan will play an important role in 
building a clean, green and vibrant Dhaka. Although Dhaka has two city 
corporations, this action plan will be implemented as one Dhaka, he added. 

He said Dhaka embarks on its transformative journey towards environmental 
sustainability through the launching of the Climate Action Plan (CAP).

Through collaborative efforts, the CAP seeks to address the pressing 
challenges posed by climate change while fostering resilience and enhancing 
the quality of life for Dhaka's residents, the minister continued.

Saber Hossain reaffirmed his unwavering support for Dhaka's Climate Action 
Plan and pledged to work closely with all stakeholders to realize its 
ambitious goals, ensuring a brighter and greener future for Dhaka and beyond. 

He urged Bangladesh's development partner countries to stand by Bangladesh in 
dealing with climate change.

Key stakeholders, including government officials, environmental experts, 
academics and representatives from civil society joined the event to 
celebrate the unveiling of the CAP and chart a course for collaborative 
action towards a sustainable and climate-resilient Dhaka.

Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Mayor Md. Atiqul Islam, Mayor of Dhaka 
South City Corporation (DSCC) Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh, DU Vice-Chancellor 
(VC) Professor Dr. ASM Maksud Kamal, British Deputy High Commissioner in 
Dhaka Matt Cannell, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group Executive Director 
Mark Watts, Gazipur City Corporation (GCC) Mayor Jayeda Khatun also spoke.