Locals are now enjoying the benefits of the great initiative taken by Monirul Islam of Mulgram Union of Chatmohar about 9 years ago. Monirul planted about 700 palm seeds on both sides of the rural dirt road from Kankhola in Mulgram Union towards Chander Bazar. He also planted about two hundred palm seeds along the Chatmohar-Pabna road. About three hundred palm trees planted by him have survived now. The palm trees peeking towards the sky are adding extra dimension to the beauty of the area. Besides, it is giving cool shade to the locals for all around the year.
Within a few years, the rural dirt road towards Kankhola-Chander Bazaar has become a beacon of beauty with palm trees in its bosom. The palm trees planted on both sides of the road have made the road a source of mesmerizing scenery which can be described by the rural beauty of Bangladesh.
Monirul Islam said, "Nine years ago, I planted about one thousand palm seeds on my own initiative in about one kilometer of Kankhola-Chander Bazar road and in some areas along Chatmohar-Pabna road. Now there are about three hundred surviving trees. The trees have grown quite large. I planted the trees with the help of three or four teenagers from the area by collecting rotten palm seeds from the house and under the palm trees. Now it feels good to think that about three hundred palm trees I have planted with my own hands are contributing to the beauty of the area. Fields on both sides of the road. To protect themselves from the scorching sun, workers and farmers are getting a chance to rest for a while in the cool shade of the roadside palm trees. People from far and wide come to visit this road. Pedestrians enjoy the beauty of this rhythmic road.
Monirul's father Abu Bakkar said, "As a father, I am proud that my son has taken such an initiative." In 2016, Monirul passed Kamil from Pabna Alia Kamil Madrasa. Despite many attempts, he did not get a job. Monirul is looking after it with a small grocery store at home. Abdul Hamid Hamju, a UP member from the area, said Monirul was an environmentally conscious boy. We are now enjoying the benefits of such an initiative. He further said that the Kankhola-Chander Bazar road is very important. People of Hirinda, Sohagbari, Pabakhali, Kachugari, Khatbari, Atalanka, Dakshin Sengram, Dublia areas use this road more. As there are many institutions including school and college in Atalanka village, many students use this road. During the monsoon season, the road is impassable for about 6 months. At that time the people of about ten to fifteen villages in the vicinity had to go around Shimultala area and get on the Chatmohar-Pabna road. If this road is paved, the problems of the locals will be solved.
Abdus Salam of Mulgram and Mamun Hossain of Bonyagari village said that the role played by Monirul in maintaining the balance of the environment deserves praise. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is emphasizing on planting palm trees. The road is now a sight to behold. Nature lovers come to this road to enjoy the beauty of the palm trees and the fresh air.
Chatmohar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Saikat Islam said, "I did not know the matter that an individual took such steps to protect the nature. If so, that's a commendable initiative. The palm trees planted by Monirul will play a huge role in preventing lightning. If he is interested in planting more trees, Chatmohar upazila administration will arrange palm seedlings for him to continue this heroic effort.
The UNO also urged citizens to plant trees to ensure a better environment for the upcoming generation.