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During the construction of the first phase the project got public attention and support. The city dwellers accepted the project and it becomes a remarkable public gathering space. At that moment, the higher authority and part of the politician decided to make it profitable. As a result they to lease the restaurant and cafes and decided to fence the area which will collect additional money as an entry fee to the river! Finally, this absolute stupid idea was prevented by the people. | During the construction of the first phase the project got public attention and support. The city dwellers accepted the project and it becomes a remarkable public gathering space. At that moment, the higher authority and part of the politician decided to make it profitable. As a result they to lease the restaurant and cafes and decided to fence the area which will collect additional money as an entry fee to the river! Finally, this absolute stupid idea was prevented by the people. | ||
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'No Fence on public space' - Riverside Padma
| Place name | 'No Fence on public space' - Riverside Padma | |
| Location | Rajshahi | |
| Country | Bangladesh | |
| Author(s) | Md Abdulla Al-Mamun | |
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Rationale: Why have you chosen this case for the landscape and democracy seminar?
The City Corporation called for a tender in february 2015 for fencing the part of river side that was developed as a public recreational area. The tender was done in due time and it came to the public knowledge while construction of fence along with the river side. The project raised up public concern and the mass people stood against of it. After a strong public demonstration the authority was decided to stop it for a while.
In 2012 the City Corporation decided to develop the rviver side. They propose to facilitate the place with different public functions for the city dewellers. It was a long term project with a big budget. The authority was successful to manage the project in different time frame. As part of it, the fist part of the project was decided to build around 55 acres of land along the river. Initially they build part of the walkways, an amphitheater for public performance, plantation, restaurant, cafes and public toilets.
During the construction of the first phase the project got public attention and support. The city dwellers accepted the project and it becomes a remarkable public gathering space. At that moment, the higher authority and part of the politician decided to make it profitable. As a result they to lease the restaurant and cafes and decided to fence the area which will collect additional money as an entry fee to the river! Finally, this absolute stupid idea was prevented by the people.
The slogan of the demonstration were - No Fence in public space No money to see the river
This case is an example of a planning failure. It unfold the Corruption of policy makers and politicians along with some corrupted businessman. Therefore, i found the case is highly relevant to discuss in the seminar of landscape and democracy.
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Reflection
What are the major challenges for changing the situation?
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What could be a starting point for democractically-based change?
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References
- http://bangla.bdnews24.com/bangladesh/article1047775.bdnews
- http://www.dhakatribune.com/bangladesh/2015/nov/05/fencing-bank-padma-draws-flak
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