Khulna: Khulna Development Authority (KDA) Chairman Advocate SM Shafiqul Alam Mona announced today that Rupsha New Market, a vital commercial hub in Khulna city, is set to undergo significant modernization. This key economic center serves thousands of shoppers daily, and the KDA aims to sustain business activities while ensuring a safer and more convenient environment for both traders and customers.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the KDA has initiated a comprehensive plan to revamp the market, aligning with the directives of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for planned urban development and commercial expansion in Khulna’s metropolitan area. Mona disclosed these plans during a meeting with the leaders of the KDA Rupsha New Market Shop Owners’ Association, the Khulna Shrimp Traders’ Association, and other local businessmen.
The project will involve transforming Rupsha New Market into a modern, clean, and business-friendly commercial center. A multi-storey commercial complex is planned as part of this initiative, with a detailed plan expected to be finalized soon. This development aims to enhance the market’s environment, making it more appealing to buyers and traders.
Additionally, the KDA chairman emphasized the importance of maintaining the city’s aesthetics and minimizing public inconvenience by conducting drives against illegal structures and encroachments. He urged traders to avoid occupying footpaths, KDA land, or other public and private properties illegally for business purposes.
The meeting saw participation from various KDA members, including Md. Iqbal Hossain and Ruhul Amin Kutubuddin Ahmad, Chief Engineer Kazi Sabirul Alam, Director Dr. Zakia Sultana, as well as representatives from the KDA Rupsha New Market Shop Owners’ Association and the Khulna Shrimp Traders’ Association.