Excavation work beneath several pillars of the Padma Railway Bridge in Narayanganj’s Fatulla upazila has been halted following public criticism and the circulation of a related video on social media. Residents allege a powerful group was illegally excavating soil from around the bridge supports and selling it to local brick kilns. The activity sparked concern among locals, who feared potential structural damage to the vital infrastructure project. District administration officials intervened and stopped the excavation after the issue gained traction online. Authorities have not yet commented on potential legal action against those involved in the illegal mining operation. The incident raises questions about oversight and security surrounding the construction of the Padma Bridge railway connection. Investigations are underway to determine the extent of the damage, if any, caused by the unauthorized soil removal.