Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader has ruled out the possibility of changing metro rail route in the capital.
The minister's comments came as the students of Dhaka University have launched movement for changing the route of the metro rail, as they think it would hamper educational atmosphere on the campus.
"The main work of metro rail would begin in March. So, there is no scope for changing the route (of metro rail)," he said after attending a function at Dhakeswari temple in the city on Friday.
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Quader said the design of the metro rail was finalised after holding discussions with Dhaka University authorities in phases.
The minister said the metro rail will be made soundproof in the important areas like Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, Jatiya Press Club and Dhaka University.
"Why would the metro rail impede the cultural activities?...I would like to request all to stop any more arguments," he added.