Assam’s Boko is witnessing an alarming rise in unauthorized brick kilns, particularly in the Haribhanga area. There are hundreds of these Bengali-style kilns that have been operating without the required permits or government supervision. Residents have criticized these establishments for the risks they represent to the environment and public health. The Assam Pollution Control Board and the Kamrup district administration have surprisingly done nothing to remedy these infractions, which raises concerns about regulatory accountability.
Areas like as Hekara, Silobari, Tarabari, Damalchowch, Balizhar, Ghilibari, and Nalapara have also seen an increase in these illicit brick kilns. Concerns about air pollution and safety risks are heightened by the fact that many of these kilns are situated close to schools, major thoroughfares, and areas with a high population density. Residents are concerned about the long-term effects on their health and the environment because no action has been taken to stop the operations despite the obvious infractions of environmental standards. The problem has only gotten worse due to regulatory organizations’ inactivity, necessitating quick action.
