Welcome to Dhaka: The city that refuses to say ‘no vacancy’
The city climbs to second from ninth and is projected to become the world’s largest city by 2050
The city has quite a reputation. It is cruel, unforgiving, and even hostile to newcomers. However, Dhaka simultaneously embraces all, gives a chance to anyone who dares to venture into its crowd, and most importantly, teaches everyone some valuable lessons.
There is a Dhaka most people never meet.
The Public Administration Reform Commission has proposed a “Capital City Government” for governing Dhaka city, Narayanganj, Keraniganj, Savar, and Tongi.
It also recommended dividing Bangladesh into four provinces
Living in Dhaka is an adventure like no other; a chaotic symphony where every moment feels like a test of resilience. The city thrives on contradictions, making survival an art form and endurance a badge of honour.
The city is screaming for help and we are not listening
For years, I’ve watched two young boys hang out at a family-owned tea stall near my home. Their conversations evolved from debates about football and bikes to heavier topics like shoshon (exploitation) versus shashon (rule) during the curfew of July, questioning which path Hasina was following.
Living in Dhaka is an adventure like no other; a chaotic symphony where every moment feels like a test of resilience. The city thrives on contradictions, making survival an art form and endurance a badge of honour.
The city is screaming for help and we are not listening
For years, I’ve watched two young boys hang out at a family-owned tea stall near my home. Their conversations evolved from debates about football and bikes to heavier topics like shoshon (exploitation) versus shashon (rule) during the curfew of July, questioning which path Hasina was following.
Traffic congestion is more than an inconvenience—it is a crisis that demands urgent action.
Let’s neither beat about the bush nor indulge in sugar-coating because we neither have the time nor the empathy for any of that. The plain fact is -- Dhaka is an impatient, mean, rude, cruel, and selfish city. Call it “cranky Dhaka” if you will!
The status city often serves the privileged, while the huddling masses eke out a minimal existence
Dhaka means the world to me. Most of my professional life has been here and a large chunk of my personal life is intrinsically linked with Dhaka. I am never tired of the city. Yes, there are obstacles. Yes, there are resource shortages. Yes, there are insane traffic snarls. But there is one thing which is never in short supply — great people!
Major cities, including metropolises like Dhaka and Chattogram, consistently rank among the world's least liveable urban areas.
Over the course of my career, I have spent a significant amount of time in Dhaka, Bangladesh and various other locations in the country.
The tragedy in Mirpur is a heartbreaking reminder of the pressing need to address this issue urgently.
