Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor meets Chief Advisor

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Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor meets Chief Advisor

Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor meets Chief Advisor

Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain paid a courtesy call on the Chief Adviser to the interim government, Dr. Muhammad Yunus.

The meeting, held at the state guest house Jamuna in the capital on Tuesday (February 4) evening, lasted for about an hour from 6:30 pm. During this time, they discussed several important issues related to the development of Chattogram.

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Relief of water logging in Chattogram:

In the meeting, Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain discussed water logging, one of the main problems of Chattogram. He mentioned that the CDA (Chattogram Development Authority) is currently implementing development projects in 36 canals to resolve water logging in the city, but there are 21 more canals outside the scope of this project, which has become one of the causes of the water logging problem. The Mayor highlighted the need to take up new projects for the development and renovation of these canals as well.

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He said that to resolve the water logging of the city, rivers, canals, and drains should be kept operational and strict measures should be taken to prevent encroachment and pollution. He expressed the view that the central government's funding and technical assistance are needed for a long-term solution to this problem.

1 percent fee from the port:

The meeting also discussed the 1 percent fee to be collected from the Chattogram port. The mayor said that a part of this fee will be spent on the development projects of the Chattogram City Corporation. Since Chattogram is the main port city of the country, there is additional pressure on the roads, infrastructure and services here. Therefore, if the port's revenue is allocated for urban development, cleanliness, waste management, and road development will be easier, he commented.

Increasing public awareness to resolve water logging:

The mayor believes that only developing infrastructure will not solve water logging. Proper awareness should also be created among the city dwellers so that they do not throw garbage in canals and drains, reduce the use of plastic and practice an environmentally friendly lifestyle. For this, the City Corporation is planning to run regular awareness campaigns.

Waste management and transformation into resources:

The meeting discussed the city's waste management in detail. The Mayor said that proper management of the huge amount of waste generated in Chattogram city every day is a big challenge. He mentioned that if initiatives are taken to transform waste into resources like in developed countries, it will be good for the environment as well as have a positive impact on the city's economy.

The Mayor emphasized on the use of modern waste management technology and said that if a waste product management plant project is taken up in Chattogram, the city residents will benefit. He commented that foreign investment and government support are needed in this regard.

Vision to transform Chattogram into a 'Green, Clean, Healthy City':

The Mayor, mentioning his plan, said that he wants to develop Chattogram as a "Green, Clean, Healthy City". For this, he emphasized on environment-friendly infrastructure, afforestation, and clean city management.

He said that initiatives will be taken to create new parks and open spaces in the city. Besides, regular road cleaning and establishment of a healthy drainage system are part of his plan.

Discussion on project release in various ministries:

Another important issue of the meeting was the release of funds for ongoing development projects in various ministries. The Mayor said that the pace of the development activities of the City Corporation will increase if the funds are released quickly. He sought the cooperation of Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus so that the funds for the implementation of the project are approved quickly and the urban development activities are accelerated.

The meeting discussed taking coordinated initiatives for the development of Chattogram. Chief Adviser Dr. Yunus positively accepted the Mayor's plan and assured cooperation in necessary areas.

Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain said that the City Corporation is committed to implementing every development plan in the interest of the city residents and he wants to turn Chattogram into a modern, environmentally friendly and livable city with the help of the central government.

This information was given by CCC Public Relations Officer Aziz Ahmed in a press release sent to the media in the night.