Staff Reporter
Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, emphasized the need to increase the use of jute products to reduce the harmful effects of polythene. She stated that expanding the use of jute-based products is essential for ensuring sustainable development. The government is actively working to make essential jute products more affordable and accessible to the public.
She made these remarks while visiting stalls at the “Multipurpose Jute Product Fair & Handloom Textile Fair 2025,” organized by the Jute Diversification Promotion Center (JDPC) at Manipuripara, Farmgate. The fair aims to popularize eco-friendly and sustainable jute products.
The Environmental Advisor highlighted that jute is a symbol of Bangladesh’s heritage and a promising sector for a green economy. While the government is providing policy support to revive the jute industry, she urged entrepreneurs to step forward as well. She thanked the organizers and called for more innovative initiatives to promote jute products. She also stressed the need to expand the market for these eco-friendly products both locally and internationally.
Sheikh Bashir Uddin, Advisor to the Ministry of Textiles and Jute and the Ministry of Commerce, stated that various government agencies, including the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, are collaborating with private entrepreneurs to promote the use of jute products.
Both advisors toured the fair, visited different stalls, and praised the diverse applications of locally produced jute goods. Senior officials, including JDPC Executive Director (Additional Secretary) Zeenat Ara, were present at the event. Entrepreneurs showcased a variety of jute products, including bags, household items, fashion accessories, footwear, and furniture.