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Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge: A Big Achievement Connecting People and Economy.

Tuhin Hossain by Tuhin Hossain
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Bangladesh's Padma Bridge. Photo By Rezuanur Rahman Mubin. Unsplash.

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Table of Contents

  • Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge.
  • Economic Benefits:
  • Infrastructure Development.
  • Political Impact:
  • Bridging the Nation.
  • Social Implications:
  • Environmental Effects:
  • Conclusion:

 

Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge is a significant achievement in the country’s development. Built over the Padma River, it is the longest bridge constructed in Bangladesh, connecting the country’s southwestern and northwestern regions.

Not only does it have a significant impact on transportation, but it also promotes economic development. It has improved access to different areas of Bangladesh as well as caused an increase in trade between India and Bangladesh. This bridge is an impressive feat of modern engineering and a source of great pride for the Bangladeshi people.

This article aims to provide a comprehensive look at the present state of the Padma Bridge and its potential implications for Bangladesh.

 

Padma Bridge. Photo By Md Arafat Ul Alam. Unsplash.
Padma Bridge. Photo By Md Arafat Ul Alam. Unsplash.

 

Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge.

The Padma Bridge is a significant infrastructure project in Bangladesh. It connects 21 southern districts to Dhaka’s capital, spanning 6.15 km across the Padma river. The project was completed on 25th June 2022. 

It is the longest bridge in the country, providing increased access to education, healthcare, and opportunities for economic development in Bangladesh’s rural communities.

This state-of-the-art project consists of 41 spans of 150 meters, each with a width of 20 meters allowing for two lanes of traffic and a pedestrian walkway between them. 

Construction began in 2014 and has been funded by domestic and international sources, including several foreign governments such as China and India, as well as domestic organizations such as Grameen Bank and BRAC Bank Limited.

 

Economic Benefits:

The Bangladesh Padma Bridge has been a matter that has been on the agenda for years. 

The bridge spans 6.15 kilometers across the Padma River, connecting 21 southern districts of Bangladesh with three major highway networks. The bridge cuts journey times between Dhaka and other parts of the country by up to two hours, significantly reducing transport costs for passengers and freight vehicles.

In addition, this new infrastructure project enables improved access to markets for traders from remote areas around the country. It is estimated that additional economic activities created by businesses along its corridor could add up to 1% of GDP growth for Bangladesh every year until 2030.

 

Padma Bridge Complex Engineering Challenges. Photo By Padma Bridge area. Flickr.
Padma Bridge Complex Engineering Challenges. Photo By Padma Bridge area. Flickr.

 

Infrastructure Development.

Padma Bridge has been designed to provide a safe and efficient connection between Dhaka, Bangladesh’s capital city, and 21 southern districts.

The project’s total cost stands at around US$3 billion, and it is being funded by multiple sources, such as loans from international lenders such as China Exim Bank and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), government funds and private funding from local firms in Bangladesh.

Political Impact:

The Padma Bridge is one of Bangladesh’s most important infrastructure projects. It is a mega-project that has been subject to numerous challenges and delays due to funding issues.

Nevertheless, its completion is a significant milestone for the country, as it promises to revolutionize transportation and development throughout Bangladesh.

As a result of its potential social, economic and political impact, the Padma Bridge has become an essentially political issue in present-day Bangladesh.

It has served as a platform for discussion between government leaders and representatives from various civil society organizations across the nation about how best to ensure its successful implementation.

 

Bridging the Nation.

The Padma Bridge links the southwestern part of Bangladesh with the rest of the country, reducing travel times between Dhaka and other parts of Bangladesh from days to hours. 

The Padma Bridge was built over the Padma River and comprise 41 spans measuring 150 m each. The main span measures 610 m and is located at Mawa Ghat, while two different approach spans on either side will measure 255 m each.

It features a two-lane carriageway and pedestrian walkway on both sides so that people can enjoy views of the river below and see the nearby villages.

 

Bandh Road, Barishal. Photo by Lonely Explorer. Wikimedia.
Bandh Road, Barishal. Photo by Lonely Explorer. Wikimedia.

 

Social Implications:

The Padma Bridge project laid the foundation for Bangladesh’s most ambitious project yet.  It is the longest bridge in South Asia. 

The Padma Bridge has some potential social implications for Bangladesh. It could connect rural areas to urban ones, creating more jobs for residents living in remote regions and giving them access to better healthcare services, education facilities, and other amenities that may not be readily accessible.

 

 

Piles of Padma Bridge Under Construction. Photo by Rezwan. Flickr.
Piles of Padma Bridge Under Construction. Photo by Rezwan. Flickr.

 

 

Citrine or Yellow headed Wagtail - সিট্রিন খঞ্জন - Somewhere in River Padma, Maoa, Bangladesh. Photo by Nazmul Shanji. Flickr.
Citrine or Yellow headed Wagtail – সিট্রিন খঞ্জন – Somewhere in River Padma, Maoa, Bangladesh. Photo by Nazmul Shanji. Flickr.

 

Environmental Effects:

Padma Bridge, connecting the two parts of Bangladesh, is a critical infrastructure project. The present impacts of this project are far-reaching and can have both long-term and short-term effects on the environment. 

The construction of Padma Bridge requires large amounts of steel and cement, leading to emissions that contribute to air pollution. These emissions damage wildlife in the region and potentially cause respiratory illnesses among humans.

Padma Bridge has caused a significant disruption in land use along its route – cutting across rivers and wetlands – with implications for soil erosion, flooding, and water contamination. 

The government has taken measures to improve the environmental impact of their operations during material consumption and transport construction activities.  The government has established a dredging channel for navigation traffic to maintain the wetland area, and has increased reinforced embankments against erosion from elevated river levels in order to reduce flood damage.

 

Cool for school. Bangladesh engineering. Photo by DFID - UK Department for International Development. Wikimedia.
Cool for school. Bangladesh engineering. Photo by DFID – UK Department for International Development. Wikimedia.

Conclusion:

Bangladesh’s Padma Bridge is a significant step forward for the country and its people. The bridge will open up opportunities for economic development, improved access to education and health services, and greater social cohesion.

Additionally it will contribute to the nation’s growth as an essential regional hub in South Asia. By connecting two critical parts of the country, the Padma Bridge reminds us of the importance of infrastructure investments in promoting development that benefits all citizens.

 

Sources: THX News & Wikipedia.

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Tuhin Hossain

Tuhin Hossain

Tuhin is very loyal and was one of the first THX News volunteers in 2021. He has over 10 years of experience in content creation and research. As a team leader, with an excellent management skills, he has shown time and again that he understands what engages an audience. Tuhin is based in Jessore, Bangladesh, where he lives with his wife and young son. He runs his own consultancy and online business which are testament to his continued skills in this area.

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