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Rajshahi

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Rajshahi City Corporation

Mayor
Mr. AHM Khairuzzaman Liton
Member since
1991
CITYNET Cluster
Climate Change Climate Change Environment Water & Sanitation Environment Solid Waste
Website
www.erajshahi.gov.bd

  • Introduction

    Established as a municipality in 1876, Rajshahi is located in the Northern banks of the Padma River, in the North-west area of Bangladesh. It is near several ancient capitals of Bengal, such as Lakhnauti and Pundra, and is known for its educational institutions, silk trade, and abundance of fruits.

  • City Data (2009)

    Population (persons) 388,811 (2001 census)
    Area (km2) 96.72
    Number of Households
    GDP per Capita (US$)
    Climate Rajshahi is located in a tropical, temperate climate. The average temperature is 23.8°C, while the annual rainfall is 1447.6 mm. The average humidity is 76%.
    Major Languages
    Major Industries Silk

  • Urban Issues and Projects

    Priority Concerns
    Main Projects and Contributions
    Technical Cooperation with Other Cities
    Cooperation Offered
    Cooperation Requested