Dhaka, April 19 -- The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) has installed 450 solar-powered LED street lights in the Bhashantek slum area to ensure citizen safety and improve night-time movement.

DNCC Administrator Md. Shafiqul Islam Khan inaugurated the newly installed solar street lights near Gate No. 2 of Bhashantek Benarasi Palli on Sunday evening, UNB reports.

He said the initiative is part of efforts to implement commitments made by the government, adding that the lights have been installed for public benefit.

"These lights were installed with public funds. They are your assets, and you must take responsibility for their maintenance," he told local residents.

He also said that priority would be given to solving the problems of lo...