Khulna, Aug. 1 -- A huge amount of carelessly discarded polythene and polystyrene are blocking the city's drainage system, causing environment pollution as well as severe water stagnation during monsoon.

The situation is so bad that some of the roads go under water after moderate rain.

During a visit to various markets in the city, the UNB correspondent found rampant use of polybags by the traders. Locals said the administration is doing nothing.

A section of unscrupulous businessmen is producing polythene clandestinely and supplying the market, said Saifur Rahman, Deputy Secretary of the Department of Environment.

The situation is almost ironic as Bangladesh was the first country in the world to ban the production and use of polythen...