The beauty of the Padma Bridge as well as the clear water of the river is eye-catching.
Padma Bridge as well as the clear water |
The number of visitors is growing as the day of the dream Padma Bridge's opening approaches. Thousands of people of all ages travel from far and wide to the two sides of the river every morning and evening to catch a sight of the bridge. Visitors are drawn in by both the grandeur of the bridge and the Padma River's crystal-clear waters.
Thousands of visitors congregate in the vicinity of the bridge, including Shimulia Ferry Ghat and Kandipara in Lohajang, to admire the grandeur of this dream bridge perched on Padmapara in a setting free from the concrete and bricks of urban life. The bridge's two sides are now festive. It resembles one of the nation's tourist hotspots. To accommodate passengers' demands, hotels, eateries, resorts, parks, and other businesses are being built close to the bridge.
And the Padma Bridge, a long-cherished dream of the southwest, won't be officially opened for another 10 days. In the interim, anticipation has spread across the nation, and many are now counting down the days until the bridge is inaugurated. But folks on both sides of the Padma Bridge have begun spinning vivid dreams. They see a better life and a prosperous economy. The gross domestic product (GDP) of the nation will increase at a rate of 1.23 percent. GDP in the southwest will increase by 2.3 percent. It now serves as a bridge of dignity for the entire country.
The opposition to the Padma Bridge, including Muhammad Yunus, has been invited to the opening ceremony by World Bank President David Malpas, Begum Khaleda Zia, and Dr. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The process of inviting them has begun, Awami League General Secretary and Minister for Road Transport and Bridges Obaidul Quader MP stated during a press conference in Mawa province on Sunday before of the inauguration.
According to worried individuals, the Padma bridge will alter the southwest. The direct beneficiaries will be the local population. Public and private initiatives have begun to put up businesses, factories, educational institutions, and tourism attractions. Industries centered on agriculture and fishing are beginning to emerge. For both local and foreign tourists, the banks of the Padma are quickly becoming a top spot for travel and recreation. Tourists now find Munshiganj's Mawa neighborhood to be appealing. The Mongla port's activity will multiply after the opening of the Padma Bridge. Faridpur, Shariatpur, Gopalganj, Khulna, Narail, Bagerhat, Satkhira, Mongla, Madaripur, Barisal, Patuakhali, Pirojpur, and Munshiganj have all begun to experience new industrialization.
.The roadways have already undergone significant alterations. On 38 lines, direct bus service will begin. BRTC buses will also run on these routes. Plans to construct industries and factories have been developed by numerous new business owners, including significant national business organizations. Shaking hands along the Padma River banks is, in general, a reflection of the beautiful and scenic city. In the province of Jazira, cantonments, schools, institutions, and hospitals have already been created. Building hotels and resorts is a duty that many companies have embarked on.On the banks of the Padma, "Sheikh Hasina Tantapalli" will be built up with a portion of Shariatpur and Madaripur. It will result in the creation of jobs for several lakh people across two districts. Additionally, steps are currently being conducted to establish a variety of industries throughout the region's many districts, particularly along the motorways.
Visitors are prohibited from entering the Padma Bridge's main structure and specific reserved areas for to security reasons. The tourists are hurrying to have a view of the bridge from a distance because of this. In addition, many people are using rented trawlers to try to view the bridge on the river Padma. Selfies are being taken by some. Some folks are using balloons to express their delight. People of all ages are drawn to Padmapar by its breathtaking beauty.
This Ittefaq official went to the location and observed the joyful atmosphere among thousands of guests on both sides of the Padma Bridge. "My home is in Khulna," declared Shahinuzzaman, who traveled from Uttara in the capital to view the bridge. With Dhaka, getting to Khulna won't take too long. So maybe I can move to Khulna from Dhaka. To get home, I had to wait in line at the Shimulia ferry for close to four or five hours. You're not required to do it any longer. Now, crossing the Padma could take ten minutes.I believe it is more than just the opening of a bridge; it is the opening of a dream. We are really excited, said Rafiqul Islam, who had brought his family with him from Mirpur. We are counting down the seconds until the Padma Bridge's 25th anniversary of opening.
Our ancestors were Bangladeshis, claimed Bashudev Sarkar of neighboring India. As a result, we occasionally travel to Bangladesh. I've heard the name of the river Padma a lot, and today my family and I visited the bridge that spans the river. Being able to navigate around the trawler close to the bridge was fantastic. I enjoyed myself immensely with everyone. I arrived this morning to witness reality with my family. Although climbing the bridge would have been convenient, it was not possible for safety concerns. Nevertheless, everyone enjoyed themselves.
Abdul Quddus, the trawler's driver, noted that many visitors came to the wharf to view the Padma Bridge from a trawler. We cautiously led them in life jackets from Shimulia Ghat to Pillar 2 of the bridge to Pillar 24. In a trawler, we can accommodate 12 people. Rs. 1,300 to 1,800 per month in rent.
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