Dhaka, Feb 26 (V7N)- Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan on Wednesday stressed the need for promoting research in tackling climate change and ensuring environmental sustainability.
"Research must extend beyond academic exercises to become practical and people-centric. Only through research-driven innovations, environmentally responsible policies can be formulated, ultimately ensuring a habitable planet for future generations," she said.
The environment adviser made the remarks while speaking as the chief guest at the inaugural session of the "Research, Innovation, and Publication Fair 2025" held at the Chittagong University (CU).
In her address, she focused on conducting extensive research on critical issues such as climate change, environmental conservation and the sustainable utilization of natural resources.
Calling for research that is scientific, objective and dedicated to human welfare, she underscored the necessity of environmentally sustainable technology and innovation to secure a better future.
Rizwana urged the CU authorities to declare its campus free from single-use plastics and noise pollution, reinforcing the institution's commitment to sustainability.
Paying honour to distinguished scientist and researcher Jamal Nazrul Islam, she formally inaugurated the "Research, Innovation, and Publication Fair 2025."
The research fair featured over a hundred stalls representing schools, colleges, university departments, research laboratories, and institutes from within and beyond the Chittagong Division.
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