HAOR ROKKHA ANDOLAN · MOULVIBAZAR
হাওর রক্ষা আন্দোলন
Protect our haors, preserve biodiversity and safeguard the lives and livelihoods of local communities.
OUR MISSION
Haors are an essential part of the natural environment and everyday life in northeastern Bangladesh. Their wetlands, rivers, canals and seasonal waters support biodiversity, agriculture, fisheries and local communities. Protecting these natural resources is our shared responsibility.
Protect our haors today, preserve our future tomorrow.
WHY HAORS MATTER
Haors support agricultural production, seasonal water resources and the livelihoods of farming communities.
Wetlands provide important habitats for fish, aquatic plants and diverse wildlife.
Healthy haors sustain local ecosystems, traditional livelihoods and the natural heritage of Bangladesh.
OUR NATURAL HERITAGE
Haors are valuable wetland landscapes with distinctive ecosystems and communities. Understanding their importance is the first step towards protecting them.
A renowned wetland in Sunamganj, known for its biodiversity, aquatic habitats and importance to local livelihoods.
An extensive wetland ecosystem in the Sylhet region that supports fisheries, agriculture and diverse wildlife.
A significant wetland in Moulvibazar, important for aquatic life, waterbirds and surrounding communities.
A wetland landscape in Sunamganj that supports local fishing communities and seasonal natural habitats.
OUR COMMITMENT
Keep plastic, household waste and harmful pollutants out of wetlands, rivers and canals.
Preserve natural waterways and seasonal water movement essential to healthy wetland ecosystems.
Encourage sustainable fishing and protect the habitats of fish, birds and other wildlife.
Protect wetland vegetation, natural habitats and the ecological balance of haor landscapes.
Bring local residents, students, fishers and organisations together to protect our wetlands.
TAKE ACTION
Every individual and community has a role to play in protecting wetlands. Together, we can raise awareness, prevent pollution and preserve our natural heritage.
