Sirajgonj Correspondent: A cleanliness drive has begun in Katakhali river in the district with the slogan of "Keep Katakhali Canal clean, create a pollution-free environment".

Deputy Commissioner (DC) of the district Mohammad Nazrul Islam inaugurated the cleanliness drive this morning.

Initiatives were taken to renovate and preserve Katakhali River on the occasion of "Youth Festival 2025".

Scouts and students from various educational institutions of the district participated in the drive.

The DC administered the oath to the participants and later, trees were planted on the banks of the river.

This cleanliness drive is being conducted as a joint initiative of Sirajganj District Administration and Municipality.

Sirajganj Superintendent of Police Md. Faruk Hossain, Municipal Administrator Mohammad Kamrul Islam, District BNP General Secretary Saidur Rahman Bachchu, District Jamaat Secretary Zahidul Islam, Sirajganj Press Club General Secretary Shariful Islam Inna, among others, were present at the event.

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