STREET THAT DISAPPEARED

Powerful quarters often occupy streets and pavements in the capital with construction materials showing no regard for the law, safety of the people and their movement. This street in Gulshan is a blatant example of it. The street has almost disappeared as a local business conglomerate occupies the entire width of the street for more than two months with heavy construction equipment and materials. It has not only forced locals to risk walking the now dangerous street, but also stopped vehicular movement altogether. The conglomerate is building a 22-story hotel at the intersection of Gulshan Avenue and Road-98 near the DCC Market. The firm has also occupied half the footpath of the avenue.

Photo: SK ENAMUL HAQ