The Institute for Planning and Development (IPD) has demanded unrestricted public access to all parks and playgrounds in Dhaka, criticizing the recent decision by RAJUK to hand over management of Gulshan Central Park and Sports Complex to Gulshan Youth Club. Speakers at an online discussion organized by IPD on Friday argued that the move commercializes public spaces and restricts citizens’ access, contradicting government commitments to inclusive urban planning and expanded recreational opportunities.
Participants, including urban planners, environmental activists, and academics, said the handover violates existing laws and court rulings, and undermines public rights to recreation. They alleged that RAJUK had previously identified the club as an illegal occupier, yet later granted it management authority. The discussion highlighted concerns about corruption, privatization of public spaces, and the erosion of equitable access for low-income residents.
IPD proposed a joint management model involving city corporations and local communities to ensure transparency and inclusivity. It also called for cancellation of the RAJUK–Gulshan Youth Club agreement, restoration of the park’s original name, and nationwide investigations into commercial use and illegal occupation of public parks.
স্টাফ রিপোর্টার প্রকাশ : ২২ মে ২০২৬, ২২: ০৪ রাজউক কর্তৃক গুলশান সেন্ট্রাল পার্ক ও স্পোর্টস কমপ্লেক্সের পরিচালনা, রক্ষণাবেক্ষণ ও ব্যবস্থাপনার দায়িত্ব গুলশান ইয়ুথ ক্লাবকে দেবার মাধ্যমে রাজধানীর মাঠ-পার্ক-গণপরিসরে জনসাধারণের অবাধ প্রবেশাধিকার সংকুচিত কর
The ‘1 Nojor’ media platform is now live in beta, inviting users to explore and provide feedback as we continue to refine the experience.
