Bangladesh has launched a new phase of its metro rail expansion project in Dhaka, aiming to ease chronic traffic congestion in the capital. The government announced that the new route will connect key residential areas to commercial hubs, cutting travel time by nearly half.
Officials said the project is supported by Japanese funding and technology. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina called it a “milestone in urban transport,” stressing its importance for economic growth.
For Bangladesh-based readers, this reflects a major infrastructure upgrade; for Indian and regional outlets, the story highlights cross-border benefits, as smoother transport in Dhaka could improve trade logistics with neighboring countries.
