All 2,917 road slabs in place on Padma bridge The Padma bridge project yesterday moved one step closer to completion after the authority finished the installation of all road slabs linking both sides of the Padma river through the roadway. Now it is possible to cross the Padma river by walking across the 6.15 kilometre-long ... Read more
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20-sq km sanctuary in Padma river
hilsha breeding A 20-square kilometre area down stream of the river Padma in Shariatpur district will be declared as a sanctuary for hilsha breeding. Fisheries and livestock minister Abdul Latif Biswas announced this in Dhaka on Sunday. The nation will observe Jhatka Week between April 4 and April 10. The fisheries minister will inaugurate the ... Read more
Navigability in Padma diminishing
Manikganj: The plying of water vessels in the river Padma near Paturia ghat is at stake, as navigability in the river of Padma between Paturia and Daulatdia ghats dwindles on a rapid decline of the water level. Consequently, ferries are risking accidents and frequently being stuck in shoals. About 1,000 vehicles were seen waiting on ... Read more