Dhaka: The flat allocation to officials and employees of the Bangladesh Bridge Authority has been canceled. This significant decision was made during the 115th board meeting of the Bridge Authority, which convened at the conference room of the Bridge Division today, Thursday.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the meeting acknowledged the recommendations provided by an investigation committee formed by the Bangladesh Bridge Authority. The committee was tasked with examining allegations related to illegal construction and the allocation of flats in an ongoing housing project.
In response to the committee’s findings, the board resolved to revoke the temporary allocation of 270 flats, which were still under construction, designated for the officials and employees of the Bangladesh Bridge Authority. This decisive action underscores the board’s commitment to addressing and rectifying any irregularities in the housing project.
The meeting was presided over by Muhammad Fauzul Kabir Khan, who serves as the Chairman of the Bangladesh Bridge Authority Board and Adviser to the Ministry of Road Transport and Bridges. The meeting witnessed participation from board members both virtually and in person, emphasizing the importance of this agenda.
During the session, the Executive Director of Bangladesh Bridge Authority, who also serves as the Member Secretary of the Board, delivered a PowerPoint presentation aligning with the meeting’s agenda. The presentation included an update on the implementation progress of decisions made in the 114th Board meeting, which had been sanctioned by the President.