Govt plans to build second Padma Bridge: Minister
Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam said there are three proposals regarding the bridge, with the Daulatdia-Paturia route topping the list
Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam. Photo: Collected
Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam today (11 May) said the government has taken a plan to construct the 2nd Padma Bridge likely to be at the Daulatdia-Paturia point.
"We are going to construct the 2nd Padma Bridge. The feasibility study has already been completed. We are now discussing the financing issue and carrying out other preliminary preparations," he said.
The minister came up with the remarks after a preparatory meeting at the Secretariat on ensuring safe travel during upcoming Eid-ul-Adha.
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He said there are three proposals regarding the bridge, with the Daulatdia-Paturia route topping the list.
