Letters To The Editor

Relocating BGMEA building

Dr. Shamim Ahmed, On e-mail
Every time I pass by this building, I fail to understand how on earth anybody could construct such a structure right in the middle of a water body! This is simply weird. It is interesting to note that many such constructions have been demolished but BGMEA building still exists. The building is going to impede the natural water flow through the city and the whole purpose of the ambitious Hatirjheel-Begunbari project would be jeopardised. The construction of BGMEA building is a clear violation of law. The High Court has already given verdict in favour of demolishing the building. The general mass has also voiced their indignation and expects that the building be demolished. If Rangs building could be knocked down on grounds of irregularities, why not BGMEA building? Hope good sense will prevail and without further dillydallying, the policy makers in the garment sector should, on their own initiative, relocate their building.