Bangladesh’s historical sites left for decay amid lack of official action: experts
Dhaka, Bangladesh – A glimpse of the past is still emitting light of its glory and heritage from the 16th century: the historical Dhaka Gate.
Popularly known as Mir Jumla’s Gate, the Dhaka Gate is enlisted as one of the oldest architectural sites of the Mughal Empire.
The site, alas, is feared to be impacted by construction works around it, as the authorities seek to build a railway there.
Prof Nurul Kabir said that the 400-year old site is a “victim” of negligence, adding that to save the historical site from decay, there must be immediate action.
Experts have now started floating ideas on how to construct the rail in a way that would preserve the life of the Dhaka Gate. They are keen on not distorting the characteristics, identity, and visibility of the Gate.
Nevertheless, although the experts had submitted their recommendations and findings to protect the Gate, there has still been no action to that end.
The gate was first built during the Mughal Empire by Subidar Mughals [military rank] to protect their city from the attacks of the Mag and the Portuguese at that time.
“Vibration could cause the wall to crack and the alleviation could be impacted. As it [the metro rail] is going over the Dhaka Gate. Dhaka Gate is a very important heritage and symbol of Moghul history,” said M M Hoque, Dean of the Department of Archeology at Jahangirnagar University.