A 250-meter section of the Dhaka Bypass Road (Asian Highway) in the Singlab-Pakunda area of Sonargaon, Narayanganj, has suffered significant cracks and soil subsidence. Reported between October 3-7, 2026, the damage is attributed to heavy rainfall, inadequate structural support, and heavy vehicle traffic, with locals also alleging construction irregularities. Local authorities have initiated site inspections, traffic diversions, and emergency repair processes.
| Scope | Source wording |
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| district | বাইপাস সড়কের ২৫০ মিটার অংশ |
District or Upazila level government authorities
Inspection of the site by the Upazila Nirbahi Officer, notification to relevant authorities for repair, and implementation of traffic diversions.