C T Online Desk: Russia has said the construction of Padma Bridge is a landmark achievement made possible by the far-sighted vision of the Bangladeshi government and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
“Padma Bridge is a true game changer as it offers multiple opportunities in terms of regional trade, investments, connectivity, employment, tourism, and many other fields,” reads a press statement of Embassy of the Russian Federation in Dhaka on Monday (June 20).
“Without doubt, it will largely contribute to the national GDP growth and will benefit the comprehensive development of the southwestern parts of Bangladesh,” it said adding “The dream of Sonar Bangla cherished by Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is coming true right before our eyes.”
The Russian Embassy congratulated the Government and the people of Bangladesh on the upcoming inauguration of the Padma Multipurpose Bridge. “It is commendable that this ambitious mega-project has been completely funded by Dhaka’s own resources.”
Undoubtedly, the implementation of other mega projects including the construction of Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant with the assistance of the Russian company “Rosatom” will further contribute to the successful development story of Bangladesh, to prosperity and well-being of its people, reads the statement.
