POBNEWS24, Dhaka May 11, 2026 : Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam has said the government is moving forward with plans to construct a second Padma Bridge, with feasibility studies completed and preparations underway for financing and implementation.
He made the announcement after a high-level preparatory meeting held on Monday at the Secretariat focused on ensuring safe and smooth travel during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha.
The minister said the proposed bridge project is now progressing through its planning phase, with multiple route options being evaluated. Among the proposals under consideration is a route at the Daulatdia–Paturia point, which is seen as a key transport corridor.
“We are going ahead with the second Padma Bridge project. At this stage, planning work is ongoing,” he said, adding that feasibility studies have already been completed.
“There are three proposals under review. The first one is the route you mentioned. The feasibility study has been completed, and we are now working on financing discussions and other preparations,” the minister said.
