Seminar on Impact of Air Pollution on Public Health

Bangladesh University (BU) has conducted a research on “Impact of Air Pollution on Public Health” in Dhaka. BU and Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) jointly organized an event on March 31, 2016 at Krishibid Institute of Bangladesh to disseminate the findings. Mayor of Dhaka North City Corporation, Mr. Annisul Huq was present as Chief Guest. Mr. Jamil Azher, Chairman, Board of Trustees of BU highlighted the activities of BU Urban Lab in the area of Transportation, Pollution, and Smart City. A website ‘www.dhakanext.com’ also inaugurated by DNCC Mayor Mr. Annisul Huq. The website will provide information on air pollution and environmental issues in Dhaka. Doctors from private and public medical colleges, officers of Dhaka City Corporation, Members of Board of Trustees, Teachers, and Students of Bangladesh University were also present in the program.