Dhaka, Nov. 17 -- Syeda Rizwana Hasan, adviser to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and the Ministry of Water Resources, said that expanding the country's jute-based industry, culture, tourism, and innovation is essential for environmental protection.

Alongside innovating new eco-friendly and practical jute products, the aesthetic use of jute in modern homes and workplaces must be enhanced. Increasing the creative presentation of jute in decorative arts is also a demand of the time, the adviser observed.

She said the diversified use of jute can significantly contribute to employment, the economy, and the growth of local industries.

Rizwana made these remarks while addressing the inaugural ceremony of the three-day ...