A high-level delegation from the World Bank and the Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) recently visited 08-09th November 2026 the ongoing activities of the SMART Plastic Recycle and SMART Pisciculture sub-projects. The projects are implemented by YPSA under the Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART) Project, with financial support from PKSF and the World Bank.
The World Bank team included Keisuke Iyadomi, Task Team Leader; SM Zulkernine, Senior Environmental Specialist; Samira Chowdhury, Social Development and Gender Specialist; Md. Shariful Islam, Senior Social Development Specialist; and Ms. Sharlin Hossain, Environmental Specialist, Ms. Kashfia Mahfuz, Communications Professional.
PKSF was represented by Md. Rowshan Habib, Deputy General Manager (CERD) and Deputy Project Coordinator (DPC) of the SMART Project, and Abu Hayat Md. Rahat Hossain, Manager (CERD) and Deputy Project Coordinator (DPC) of the SMART Project.
The visitors were welcomed by Dr. Md. Arifur Rahman, Founder and Chief Executive of YPSA.
During the visit, the delegation observed eco-friendly plastic recycling initiatives in different areas of Chattogram City Corporation. They also visited the Muhuri Project area in Mirsarai Upazila, where they observed:
- Cluster-based, Resource Efficient fish farming
- Solar-powered hatchery operations
- Bottom-clean method of fish farming
The team also interacted with entrepreneurs supported by the project. They held detailed discussions on progress, experiences, and business potential in eco-friendly plastic recycling and fish farming.
The delegation expressed satisfaction with the overall activities, achievements, and progress of the project. They particularly highlighted that both sub-projects are commendable and worthy of replication for:
- Making the best use of limited resources
- Reducing waste and environmental pollution in production
- Ensuring clean production systems
This visit will play an important role in assessing ongoing activities, sharing experiences, and making future activities more dynamic and effective.
YPSA is committed to the wise use of resources, clean production, and sustainable entrepreneurship development.
