Chattogram traffic

The Shaheed Wasim Akram Elevated Expressway, photographed at Chattagram’s Lalkhan Bazar on Friday, stands completed while construction of connecting ramps continues. Of the 15 initially proposed ramps, six have been cancelled leaving plans for nine. Initially set for June 2020, the project’s deadline has been extended to June 2025. Photo: Mohammad Minhaj Uddin
Infrastructure

Will Ctg's first elevated expressway solve congestion with fewer ramps, experts ask

With the construction of six planned ramps, out of 15, suspended following last year's CDA decision, the effectiveness of the flyover has become a major concern

A burned that was set on fire by unidentified miscreants in Chattogram on Tuesday, 31 October 2023. Photo: Shahadat Hossain Chowdhury
Transport

Bus torched in Chattogram amid BNP's hartal, less traffic on roads

The Karnaphuli Tunnel, to be partially opened in October, may trigger severe traffic congestion in Chattogram as the link roads at both ends of the underwater expressway are not yet ready. The photo was taken from the Anwara end of the tunnel recently. Photo: TBS
Transport

Congestion worries as Karnaphuli Tunnel to open with link roads unready