File photo of fruit outlets selling seasonal fruits in Dhaka Mehedi Hasan/Dhaka TribuneThe court has asked BSTI to submit report in this regard by June 23The High Court has asked authorities concerned to take strong actions against traders using chemicals on fruits. The court asked BSTI to make a complete report, and submit it by June 23. Two other reports were also submitted on behalf of the director general of Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and inspector general of police, reports BSS. The High Court on May 20, ordered the authorities concerned to form teams to monitor fruit markets, and warehouses across the country so that no one can use chemicals on fruits. The High Court made the order after holding a hearing on a supplementary petition filed by a rights group, Human Rights and Peace for Bangladesh (HRPB).

Source: Dhaka Tribune June 18, 2019 11:37 UTC