The Bangladeshi government has announced plans to construct an elevated expressway connecting Dhaka and Chittagong. This infrastructure project is part of a broader initiative to improve the nation’s future communication network. Finance Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury revealed the plans during his budget speech for the 2026-27 fiscal year on Thursday. Additionally, the government intends to build a second Munshiganj Bridge and a third Bhairab Bridge. These projects aim to enhance connectivity and facilitate economic growth between key regions. The announcement was made during a parliamentary session presided over by the Speaker of the National Parliament. Further details regarding project timelines and funding were not immediately available.