Dhaka in Dire Need of Earthquake Preparedness
Dhaka has been rattled by a series of earthquake tremors in recent days, exposing the capital’s dangerous lack of preparedness. With building-code violations, dense unplanned urbanisation, and repeated seismic activity near Narsingdi and the Madhupur Fault, experts warn that even a moderately strong quake could turn the megacity into a disaster zone. Drawing parallels with the “Last Days of Pompeii,” the article examines rising geological risks and the urgent need for strict enforcement of safety standards, open spaces, and long-term urban resilience planning.
Dhaka Now the World’s Second Biggest City, Population Hits 36.6 Million: UN
A new United Nations report reveals that Indonesia’s capital, Jakarta, has become the world’s largest city with a population of 41.9 million. Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka now ranks second with 36.6 million people.
Bangladesh’s plate is shifting northeast and hitting the Myanmar plate
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh, with its epicenter 10 kilometers beneath the surface. Despite being moderately strong, it caused severe devastation in the country. Ten people have died, and more than six hundred have been injured. The damage has also been extensive. Scientists, however, are not surprised by these numbers. According to them, Bangladesh’s geographical and geological conditions are responsible for this earthquake. They also warn that the region faces the possibility of even larger quakes in the future.
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