RCC intends to formulate a long-term master plan

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RAJSHAHI, March 19, 2019 (BSS) – Formulation work of a long-term master
plan is progressing fast aims at massive development in Rajshahi’s
diversified sectors including installation of Metro-rail.

With overall assistance of Rajshahi City Corporation (RCC), Power China,
the ever largest company in China, will implement development projects based
on the master plan.

To this end, a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between RCC and Power
China is expected to be signed within near future after finalization of the
master plan upon successful completion of discussion of both the sides.

This was revealed in a view-sharing meeting with all stakeholders related
to the master plan issue at city bhaban conference hall here yesterday
afternoon with RCC Mayor AHM Khairuzzaman Liton in the chair.

According to the master plan, city protection embankment along the river
Padma will be constructed where amusement resort will be installed firstly.

In addition to establishing general and specialized hospital, Shahmukhdum
Airport will be expanded and developed. City’s drainage and transportation
systems and waste management will also be improved.

Under the public transportation system, elevated expressway, Metrorail and
flyover will be promoted side by side with road widening and lightening.

In his remarks, Mayor Liton says Rajshahi city dwellers will enjoy massive
development facilities after successful implementation of the project.

“We are committed to implement projects involving more than Taka 5,000
crore within five years,” he asserted.

RCC Chief Executive Officer Shawgatul Alam, Secretary Rejaul Karim, Chief
Engineer Ashraful Haque, Chief Revenue Officer Shahana Akhter Jahan and
others concerned were present at the meeting.