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Illegal lead smelting factory in Savar poses severe health and environmental risks

An illegal lead smelting factory operating in Hemayetpur, Savar, is causing severe environmental pollution and respiratory health risks to residents. The site also employs children in hazardous conditions without protective equipment. The local administration has promised immediate legal action to close the facility.

Sunday, 10 May 2026 at 06:00 amHemayetpur, Savar, Dhaka

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Illegal lead smelting factory
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Factory

Agencies deployed

Local Administration

District or Upazila level government authorities

The Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) promised an eviction drive and legal action against the facility.

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