Cut off from Sundarbans and denied compensation, Bangladesh communities face arrest

Authorities in Bangladesh have been slammed for harassment and lack of compassion after arresting 59 people from forest-dependent communities for violating a ban on entering the Sundarbans, the world’s biggest mangrove forest. The arrests occurred in June, the first month since the ban came into force. The controversial policy is expected to last three months, … Continue reading Cut off from Sundarbans and denied compensation, Bangladesh communities face arrest