<div style="text-align: justify; "><span style="font-size: 1rem;"><b>The Ministry of Labour and Employment today announced the recipients of the 'Green Factory Award 2023', spotlighting 29 factories recognised for their environmentally friendly operations.</b></span><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; "><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">During a press conference held at Srom Bhaban in the capital, Md Nazrul Islam Chowdhury, State Minister for Labour and Employment, unveiled the list.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">He emphasised the government's dedication to promoting green industrial practices and ensuring that all factories adhere to sustainable and environmentally sound operations.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">A major initiative has been taken to make all the factories green and environment-friendly, stated Chowdhury. He also expressed a commitment to eradicating irregularities and corruption within the ministry.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">Abdur Rahim Khan, Inspector General of the Department of Inspection for Factories and Establishments, noted that approximately 200 factories in the country have achieved global recognition for their eco-friendly practices, with the number continuing to grow.</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify;">The 'Green Factory Award-2023' encompasses a diverse range of industries, with the 29 factories spanning across 12 different sectors. This recognition underscores the significant strides being made in Bangladesh's industrial sector towards environmental sustainability and operational excellence. - UNB</div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br></div><div style="text-align: justify; ">bnbd/fas</div>