Dhaka, Jan. 9 -- The Department of Environment (DoE) conducted mobile court operations across the country, imposing fines totaling Tk 45.3 million and demolishing 65 brick kiln chimneys for environmental pollution.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Environment on Thursday, a total of 74 mobile court operations were carried out between January 2 and January 9, 2025.

During these operations, 206 cases were filed, fines amounting to Tk 45.3 million (Tk 4.53 crore) were collected, and 65 brick kiln chimneys were demolished, leading to the closure of the affected kilns.

Additionally, strict orders were issued for the closure of 25 brick kilns, and 17 hydraulic horns were seized.

On January 9, mobile court operations were held i...