Project Schedule Delays and Associated Circular Impacts of Socio-Economic and Environmental Issues that can Affect Sustainability Footprint of Mega-Projects

S.M. Husain, Dr. Sudath Weerasiri and Dr. Md. Kamrul Hasan
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S.M. Husain: Department of MBA Programme (Bangladesh), Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya (UoK), Sri lanka
Dr. Sudath Weerasiri: Department of Marketing Management, Senior Faculty of Commerce & Management Studies, UoK, Sri Lanka
Dr. Md. Kamrul Hasan: Department of MBA & PhD Programme (Bangladesh), Faculty & Coordinator, UoK, Sri Lanka

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 9, 2235-2244

Abstract: The Padma Multipurpose Bridge and the Dhaka Metro Rail mega-projects in Bangladesh have significantly influenced regional identity and culture. Both projects, with costs of US 2.8 billion respectively, experienced substantial schedule delays of up to 9 years. This study examines the socio-economic and environmental impacts of these delays, focusing on the circular effects they create. Circular effects refer to reinforcing feedback loops between socio-economic factors (such as employment, income, and displacement) and environmental factors (such as land use and resource depletion) that exacerbate delays and hinder sustainable development. A qualitative approach was employed, using a multiple case study design to ensure depth and context. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 20 engineers and 40 beneficiaries, selected via purposive sampling to represent diverse stakeholder perspectives. In addition, sentiment analysis was conducted on media reports to capture public perception of the project delays. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis, allowing for the identification of recurrent patterns, including the socio-economic and environmental impacts contributing to the delays.

Date: 2024
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