The Dhaka Elevated Expressway is Connecting Dhaka: Progress, Persistence, and the Path Ahead

The Dhaka Elevated Expressway is a transformative project, *19.73 km (46.73 km with ramps), connecting Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport to Kutubkhali, under Jatrabari Thana, Dhaka. Costing approximately BDT *13,857 crore, it significantly reduces travel time, eases congestion, and boosts connectivity, with initial sections operational since September 2023. Despite its progress, the project faces ongoing challenges like financial crises and investor disputes, leading to a revised completion timeline.

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