Drinking water
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It is the duty of a democratic govt to fulfil the basic needs of citizens, whereas the condition of drinking water in Dhaka city is beyond description. The city dwellers are suffering much as bad odour and detrimental suspended solids are found in the water, even after boiling it is not possible to drink it, as it is aesthetically not pleasing to the people. Moreover, there is a great possibility of becoming ill at any time having this water. Meanwhile, the High court has directed the govt to take necessary steps to alleviate the sufferings of city dwellers. It proves that the respective authorities are not concerned in this regard as the city corporation is not also carrying out their responsibilities under proper rules and order. Every day we find news in the electronic and print media that the ''pure drinking water'' crisis has become the most talked about issue in Dhaka city but the authorities concerned still have not taken any initiative in this regard. It is a very pathetic scene in a developing country like Bangladesh, especially in Dhaka where the govt has totally failed to ensure pure drinking water for the city-dwellers. I urge the people from all walks of life to raise their voice demanding continuous supply of pure drinking water.
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