One after another, the heritage sites of Old Dhaka are being torn down. That, too, despite directives from the High Court ensuring their conservation. This is all being done by vested parties under the guise of identifying risky structures. So far, the victims include structures such as Jahaj Bari and Neelam Ghar. Now, a section of Boro Katra has been demolished illegally. The Urban Study Group (USG) has been valiantly advocating for the conservation of Dhaka's heritage sites for years now. Its founder and CEO, Taimur Islam, recently spoke to The Daily Star Opinion regarding their work and experience. 

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Even the law can’t protect Dhaka’s heritage!