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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Bangladeshi cricket lovers shocked
The series against Sri Lanka was heartbreaking for Bangladeshi cricket fans. The Tigers have forgotten how to bat or catch a ball. Our team captain has forgotten how to lead a team. They batted carelessly. Maybe because no matter whether they score a century or get out without scoring a single run, they still get paid. What's next for the Bangladesh cricket team? Are they going to be able to regain their strength? They now look like the same team they were ten years ago.
Aminur Rahim
New DOUS, Mohakhali, Dhaka
Why this rush to cultivate Btbrinjal?
Our government has quite hurriedly released some varieties of genetically modified Bt brinjal even before neighbouring India did it for production. Our government has, however, gave directives for controlled cultivation of Bt brinjal.
Some scientific research reports hold that genetically modified crops have some adverse effects on human and animal health and environment. The question is how far the directive of controlled cultivation of Bt brinjal would be followed. Still the production of local varieties of brinjal in our country is satisfactory. So, commercial cultivation should only be allowed after due revision of the existing and future scientific findings on the effects of transgenic crops including the Btbrinjal.
Another thing is, proper labelling on Bt brinjal packs/trays should be made to help the consumers decide what they will buy.
Professor M Zahidul Haque
Department of Agricultural Extension & Information System, SAU, Dhaka
Illegal gas connections
We have learnt from news reports that some corrupt government officials are behind the practice of extending illegal gas connections from the main lines. With the small amount of gas that Bangladesh extracts every year, people can't even meet their daily needs. The situation is getting worse day by day because of these illegal connections. On the other hand, Bangladesh depends on foreign countries' help for exploring new gas fields and extracting gas. The government should take effective steps to stop illegal gas connections.
A.B.M. Atiqur Rahman
Dept, of Business Administration
SUST