Week-long National Tree Plantation Campaign and Week-long Tree Fair-2023 was inaugurated in Bandarban by the joint initiative of District Administration and Forest Department.Friday (August 4) The

Minister for Chittagong Hill Tract Affairs Bir Bahadur Ushwe Sing (MP) inaugurated the fair by blowing colorful balloons in Bandarban district administration office premises.

Earlier,A Procession was taken out from the district administration premises with the Theme Of “Plant trees and build a healthy generation country”.Deputy Commissioner Shah Mujahid Uddin presided over the event.The discussion session started with the welcome speech of Haque Mahbub Morshed (Divisional Forest Officer) Bandarban Forest Division.

During the speech of the chief guest, Minister Bir Bahadur said that there is no alternative to planting trees to protect the balance of the environment.In order to maintain the natural environment and beauty of the hilly areas,tree planting should be done and taken care of.Trees are mankind’s best friend.Which is working as a shield to protect us from various natural calamities.If one tree is cut, two saplings should be planted.

Bandarban Additional Superintendent of Police Hossain Md. Raihan Kazemi, Divisional Forest Officer (Pulpwood) Mahmudul Hasan and others were present as special guests.45 different public and private stalls have been Displayd in the week-long tree fair.The conclusion of this week-long tree fair will be held on August 11 with various ceremonies.