Chief Adviser lays foundation stone of Kalurghat Bridge

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus has unveiled the foundation stone of the much-anticipated Kalurghat Bridge over the Karnaphuli River.

The Chief Adviser unveiled the foundation stone virtually from Chattogram Circuit House here around 11:30 am on Wednesday (May 14).

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Adviser said, “I have many memories in Kalurghat Bridge. This bridge has a lot of historical importance. The bridge will be built on the Karnaphuli River in three years.”

Once the bridge is built, South Chattogram and tourist town Cox’s bazar will be connected with Chattogram city with a third bridge, bringing huge benefit for the people of the country, he said.

The much-anticipated bridge will be built connecting Boalkhali upazila on the north bank and Patiya on the south bank of on the Karnaphuli River.

Earlier, Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus arrived in his hometown Chattogram around 9:30 am.

This is his first visit to Chattogram after assuming office as the head of the interim government.