Why Dhaka’s waterways matter more than flyovers

Why Dhaka’s waterways matter more than flyovers

On a weekday morning during Ramadan, I was at the Rampura edge of Hatirjheel.A small water taxi idles at the jetty, its metal sides worn from constant use. A rush of passengers carefully steps on, some clutching office bags. As the engine sputters to life, the taxi pulls away, gliding past still water that reflects the surrounding concrete. The noise of traffic fades, replaced by the low hum of the motor. A faint breeze cuts through the heat, bu…