The 24-kilometre Dhaka-Ashulia Elevated Expressway under construction at the Dhaur intersection. Physical progress of the mega project has reached 63.5 percent, with two service lanes from Dhaur to Ashulia Bazar expected to open to traffic later this month. The project cost has risen to Tk 27,046 crore. Once completed, the expressway is expected to significantly reduce congestion for commuters and industrial transport entering the capital from the northern districts. Photo was taken recently. PHOTO: RASHED SHUMON