Ship-breaking yard
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The ship-breaking yards of Chittagong have become death traps for the hapless workers. Fatal accidents are very common there. Though the owners of the yards earn huge amount of money through this industry, they are indifferent in ensuring security for the workers. Despite the recent tragedy, yard workers are compelled to work without gloves, safety costumes, etc. Moreover, these ship-breaking yards are a great source of environment pollution. By this time Faujdarhat and Bhatiary, nearby areas of Sitakunda, have become worst affected by pollution. In those areas 21 species of fish have become extinct and some 11 species are on the verge of extinction. Bangladesh is the chief buyer of 2172 old ships from the European countries. So, the ship-breaking yard owners should be responsible enough to ensure facilities for the workers and at the same time they should use pollution free technology.
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