President | Padma Setu

Photo: PID President Md. Abdul Hamid

Implementation of Padma Bridge has given courage to countrymen to hold their heads high: President

The President expressed satisfaction over the auspicious inauguration of 'Padma Bridge', a symbol of self-reliance and self-respect of Bangladesh. He extended his best wishes and congratulations to all those involved in the implementation of this project.

The President said, "The development of communication system is one of the prerequisites for the socio-economic development of a country. The adoption and implementation of extensive development activities by the government has resulted in unprecedented improvement in the communication system of the country. Many mega projects including Metrorail, Elevated Expressway, Karnafuli Tunnel are being implemented. Today, the dream Padma Bridge stands as a symbol of the nation's pride in the heart of the turbulent Padma River. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is leading from the forefront of these achievements. Due to her courage, strong steps and timely decisions, the construction of the Padma Bridge has been possible with the own funds of the Government of Bangladesh."

"The implementation of this bridge has given us the courage to hold the head high with confidence in the world as a symbol of wealth management, transparency, competence, accountability and efficiency," he said.

Abdul Hamid said the successful implementation of the Padma Bridge is the result of the united efforts of the government and the people. Overcoming all adversities, the long cherished dream of the people of the country was realized through the inauguration of the Padma Bridge.

He hoped that the bridge will play an important role in the socio-economic development of the country through increasing trade, investment and industrialization. He wished successful implementation of all mega projects in the country like Padma Bridge.