urbanisation of Dhaka

Dhaka lost 60% waterbodies, half its trees in 44 years

Between 1980 and 2024, Dhaka's built-up area expanded sevenfold, land surface temperature increased by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius, and the city lost 60 percent of its waterbodies.

#Perspective / The importance of trees in Dhaka’s concrete jungle

Overurbanisation has destroyed the trees of Dhaka, leaving Dhaka dwellers in an environment where the air is too toxic to breathe in. Land clearing has made the already-hot summer season hotter and prolonged.

Has Dhaka become a status city?

The status city often serves the privileged, while the huddling masses eke out a minimal existence

An urban asset going to waste

Spaces under Dhaka flyovers can be utilised so much better

July 28, 2025
July 28, 2025

Dhaka lost 60% waterbodies, half its trees in 44 years

Between 1980 and 2024, Dhaka's built-up area expanded sevenfold, land surface temperature increased by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius, and the city lost 60 percent of its waterbodies.

May 29, 2024
May 29, 2024

The importance of trees in Dhaka’s concrete jungle

Overurbanisation has destroyed the trees of Dhaka, leaving Dhaka dwellers in an environment where the air is too toxic to breathe in. Land clearing has made the already-hot summer season hotter and prolonged.

January 26, 2024
January 26, 2024

Has Dhaka become a status city?

The status city often serves the privileged, while the huddling masses eke out a minimal existence

June 26, 2023
June 26, 2023

An urban asset going to waste

Spaces under Dhaka flyovers can be utilised so much better