In Barishal’s Gournadi municipality, a contractor has left key roads and drains dug up for months, causing severe hardship for residents. Despite repeated notices from the municipal authorities, construction work has remained stalled, leading to frequent accidents and widespread public anger. The project, worth Tk 10.66 crore, was awarded in mid-2025 to Messrs. Md. Delowar Hossain and Messrs. Shahid Brothers (Joint Venture) at a reduced bid of Tk 7.95 crore. Although the work order was issued to this firm, another contractor, Shamim Hossain, has been implementing the project under a mandate.

According to municipal sources, the project began on August 13 last year and is scheduled for completion by February 12, 2027. Only one road has been completed so far, while another road and drain remain unfinished after excavation. Residents complain that the road from Thana Mor to the Additional Superintendent of Police’s office has been closed for months, causing waterlogging, mosquito infestation, and foul odors. Municipal officials have warned that if the contractor fails to resume and complete the work within the stipulated time, legal action will be taken.