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Dhaka City Governance and Infrastructure Reforms Move Forward
Government-appointed administrators are prioritizing civic service improvements, traffic signal automation, and administrative restructuring to enhance urban living standards.
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Dhaka Approves $X Million Drainage Plan Starting October 2026
Approved allocations will direct crews to start clearing and widening drains in 14 wards, with visible effects on street flooding expected during the 2027 monsoon.
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Dhaka raises parking fees in 12 zones starting August 1st
Motorists in Motijheel, Dhanmondi and Banani will pay higher hourly rates starting 1 August under the new fee schedule passed at the 7 July council meeting.
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Dhaka Raises Property Fees Starting September Under New City Corporation Bill
Dhaka residents will see adjusted property and service fees from September under the City Corporation Amendment Bill, with collection targets set higher than those applied in Chittagong and Khulna.
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Dhaka Reduces Infrastructure Budget as Bill Reallocates Funds to Chittagong, Sylhet
Dhaka households face revised property tax assessments and updated bus route subsidies as the bill recalibrates funding shares across major cities based on 2025 census data.
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National Urban Policy 2025 and Dhaka Structure Plan Updates Guide Housing and Infrastructure Decisions
Dhaka residents may encounter changes to housing construction rules and drainage upgrades as city authorities advance the National Urban Policy 2025 and related plans.
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Bangladesh Health Policy Shifts Focus to District and Upazila Services
Dhaka residents could see changes in access to advanced medical care as the government directs resources toward district and upazila facilities.
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Dhaka Transport Plan Updates Centre on Low-Cost Bus and Light Rail Options
Dhaka residents may see changes to daily commuting through expanded bus services and measures aimed at pedestrians and cyclists under updates to the Revised Strategic Transport Plan.
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Dhaka's 2025 Plan Maps Commercial, Industrial, Residential Zones for Construction
The plan determines permitted locations for commercial, industrial and residential projects, shaping where residents can access jobs, services and infrastructure across the metropolitan region.
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Dhaka Launches New Waste Policy to Boost Urban Cleanliness and Public Health
The city’s updated solid waste policy seeks to streamline collection, reduce landfill reliance, and enhance recycling services, directly affecting daily living conditions for Dhaka residents.
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Environmental Regulation Updates and Their Impact on Dhaka’s River Systems
New regulatory guidelines seek to improve pollution control as the city grapples with the long-term effects of industrial waste on local river catchments.