<i>Save Sundarbans</i>
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It has transpired from the recent round table conference held under the auspices of the daily Prothom Alo that indiscriminate cutting of trees as well as illegal collection of other forest resources and materials are the root causes for gradual extinction of the forest. The Sundarbans is one of the largest mangrove forests in the world having many rear species of animals and trees. Hundreds of canals and tributaries have passed through the forestland. Thousands of local inhabitants are mostly dependant on the Sundarbans for their livelihood. They collect honey, fish, woods and other materials. Illegal collection, which is also rampant, in connivance with dishonest and corrupt officials of the forest department is putting tremendous pressure on the forests. Sundarbans is our pride, our natural beauty and our glory and at the same time our lifesaver; we should very passionately nurture this forest for our future generations. I strongly feel that the government should immediately take appropriate steps to overcome the problems that threaten the very existence of the forests.
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