Bangladesh, Feb. 13 -- The widespread adoption of fly-ash mixed cement in Bangladesh poses a grave threat to the nation's infrastructure and public health

In recent times, a concerning trend has emerged in Bangladeshs construction industry, with local cement manufacturers increasingly turning to fly-ash mixed cement instead of traditional Portland grey cement. While this shift may seem innocuous at first glance, it poses a significant threat to the countrys existing and future infrastructure. Fly-ash, a byproduct of coal combustion, not only compromises the structural integrity of buildings but also poses grave risks to public health.

Bangladesh, like many other nations, faces the challenge of managing fly-ash produced by coal-fired pow...