Dhaka:Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) has implemented measures to clear roads and footpaths in the New Market area of the capital. Flower and ornamental plant pots have been strategically placed to prevent further encroachment and facilitate pedestrian movement.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, DSCC Administrator Md Abdus Salam spearheaded an eviction and cleanliness drive in the area. This initiative involved clearing the main road and footpaths from Gate No. 1 of New Market, near the Nilkhet intersection, to Gate No. 4, adjacent to Chandrima Super Market, as well as the road from Priyangon Super Market to Nilkhet intersection.
The DSCC administrator addressed the press during the operation, emphasizing that repeated requests had been made to discourage businesses from occupying roads and footpaths. He warned that goods would be seized and legal action would be taken against those who continued to encroach.
Md Abdus Salam highlighted the New Market area's significance, noting that it attracts thousands of shoppers daily. He stressed the collective responsibility to maintain cleanliness and ensure unobstructed public movement. He further mentioned that the hawkers' demand for reduced service charges is under consideration by the Local Government Ministry, with plans to create a regulated list of authorized vendors.
In conclusion, the administrator called for cooperation from local leaders, business associations, and the community to maintain discipline and ensure the smooth movement of people in the area.