Reform Rajuk

One in three buildings in Dhaka might collapse even during a mild earthquake, creating chaos in economy and social life, the workshop warned. Where are the deterrents? There is a sleeping sickness in our politics. What is the name of this addiction? Money!

The politicians in power are too busy stressing on political activities, and not paying attention to better governance, specially routine operation and maintenance (O&M). They do not like to work in the background, and are always seeking ways of dubious publicity stunts. The gift of the gab is making black holes in the social morality carpet. Bangladesh is facing a financial tsunami.

Similarly the Municipal Code has to be updated. Both Rajuk and DCC do not have the right staff at the proper strength, with the proper tools and management systems; and the flow chart is outdated. The first phase of these modular recasting projects have to be laid immediately, to prevent economic collapse (misuse of black money and false documentation). Look at the publicity generated during the election campaign of Ctg mayor. What is the use of a new good mayor when he is starved of proper working conditions? Hai, politics!