High-rise buildings
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The tiny Bangladesh's density of population is one of the highest in the world. Moreover, its agricultural land is shrinking every year. Various development works and construction of houses are eating up the lands. But we cannot give up the development work, and to have a shelter for every individual is a basic human right. Actually, the housing problem is very acute throughout the country, particularly in the cities and towns. In the past people had houses with ponds, gardens, orchards etc. Now the practical situation compels us to live in very small houses or flats. The culture of living in flats in a big building with many new neighbours is not very old but there is no alternative to it in the cities. In fact, we need thousands of 20 or higher storied buildings to fulfil the needs of people. Many a man has wrong concept regarding high rising buildings. Applying the technique of modern science, it is possible to accommodate thousands of people or offices in one building. Bangladesh is in need of more and more big buildings. Dhaka, Chittagong and other divisional cities should have all 20 or above storied buildings to fight the present and forthcoming crisis.
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