The Bangladesh-run Water Resource Planning Organisation (WARPO) recently put forward an updated guideline for environmental impact assessment (EIA) for flood control and drainage structures. This guideline is a modified one with particular focus on flood protection and drainage projects. Director general of environment department Hedayetul Islam Chowdhury says flood control and drainage structures are crucial for protection of lives and property.
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