Although the pilot project for manufacturing "Sonali" bags or jute cellulose-based throwaway bags was successful in 2018, we are yet to see commercial production. This delay is reportedly as result of disagreement between the inventor of this bag and its producers regarding the technology and methods of production. Regardless, a low-cost biodegradable bag to replace plastic and polythene will be a great thing for the environment. We plead that all differences be set aside and the commercial production process begin as soon as possible for the sake of our environment and climate.

Md. Raqibul Islam, North South University.