DSCC Administrator Pledges Clean, Green Dhaka; Inaugurates Beautification Project

The Daily Star is committed to highlighting initiatives that aim to improve the quality of life for Dhaka's residents. Administrator Md Abdus Salam's commitment to a "Clean City, Green City" vision, as demonstrated by the new beautification project, is a welcome step. However, as Salam himself pointed out, the success of such endeavors hinges on the active participation and responsibility of the citizens.

The installation of aesthetically designed flower pots along the Gulistan Zero Point to Hotel InterContinental road is a visible start, but the real challenge lies in its sustainability. The Daily Star has consistently reported on issues like footpath encroachment and the neglect of public spaces. These projects must be accompanied by robust public awareness campaigns and enforcement to prevent the destruction of greenery and maintain cleanliness.

While the initiative is commendable, its expansion to areas like Dhanmondi and eventually the entire city will require significant resources and sustained effort. The emphasis on grassroots involvement, such as encouraging citizens to plant trees, is crucial. The Daily Star believes that such collective action, coupled with effective urban planning, can indeed transform Dhaka into a more livable and beautiful metropolis.

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It is not possible for the city corporation or police to guard everything at all times. If we plant trees and others destroy them, the effort will not succeed.