A study on delay of Local Government Development Projects Completion and Its Impact in Bangladesh

Abstract

Successful project outcomes rely on various well-coordinated actions from start to finish. This study aims to identify the issues affecting local government projects in Bangladesh and their significant impacts. Delays in projects are often caused by the conventional administrative system and poor coordination among stakeholders. Ministries and departments Develop Project Proposals (DPPs) without thorough feasibility studies or appropriate measures, leading to delays in approval and project execution. Although the Local Government Division undertakes numerous projects with substantial funding, several issues prevent timely completion, including insufficient funds, untrained personnel, inadequate planning, flawed feasibility studies, lack of modern technology, frequent natural disasters, and fluctuating project material costs. Additionally, the protracted administrative process and top-down planning approach do not align with optimal outcomes. This outdated planning system complicates project implementation, whereas a bottom-up approach could be more effective. It is noted that although Local Government Division undertake many projects, gaps in execution often lead to deteriorated project quality, time and cost overruns, and eventual project failure. In addition to assessing corrective measures like structured planning, thorough feasibility studies, compliance enforcement, project prioritization, efficient monitoring, and land acquisition challenges, this study will look into delays that result in misappropriation of public funds and setbacks in ADP progress. This research seeks to address these issues by analyzing all available information, including primary and secondary data, respondents' opinions, and other evidence through a qualitative approach.