• 15 Nov, 2026

Archive of Articles and Resources | Wiki Bangla

Padma Bridge: Transforming Bangladesh's Landscape and Economy

The Padma Bridge is Bangladesh's longest bridge — a 6.15 km two-level steel truss carrying a four-lane highway and a railway across the Padma River. Built entirely with the government's own funds after the World Bank withdrew in 2012, it opened to road traffic on 25 June 2022 and to trains in 2023. This article covers its design, cost, tolls, traffic and economic impact.

Read More

Exploring Khulna: A Thriving Hub of Economy and Culture in Bangladesh

Khulna city profile: the Sundarbans gateway on the Rupsha and Bhairab rivers — 719,557 people at the 2022 census, Mongla Port's record FY2024-25, the 2020 closure of its nine state jute mills, shrimp exports, Khulna Shipyard, salinity and drinking-water stress, and a four-and-a-half-hour road link to Dhaka via the Padma Bridge.

Read More

KDS Group: A Thriving Business Conglomerate in Bangladesh

KDS Group, founded in Chittagong in 1983 by Khalilur Rahman, is a Bangladeshi conglomerate spanning garments, accessories, flat steel and container logistics, with the listed KDS Accessories among its businesses. This profile covers its history, leadership, businesses and financial record.

Read More

Akij Group The Leading Bangladeshi Industrial Conglomerate

Akij Group, founded by Sheikh Akij Uddin, is one of Bangladesh's largest family business houses — now separated into five successor groups — which sold its cigarette business to Japan Tobacco in 2018 for about US$1.47 billion. This profile covers its history, the family division, its businesses and challenges.

Read More

Exploring Bangladeshi Furniture Industry: A Case Study

Bangladesh is known for its vast textile and garment industry, but did you know that the country also has a thriving furniture industry? In this case study, we will delve into the history, growth, challenges, and current situation of the Bangladeshi furniture industry, as well as highlight some of the top brands in the market.

Read More