Public Space and Informal Street Vending | E1 | Urban Planning, Informality and Politics in Dhaka.

Dhaka’s urban life is shaped not only by formal plans and policies, but also by informality, everyday negotiations, and political power. In this episode, we explore how urban planning, development practices, informal street vending, and public space intersect in the reality of Dhaka city.

This episode focuses on:
*What public space really means in the context of Dhaka
*The relationship between urban planning and informal street vending
*Why informality is often excluded from formal planning frameworks
*Social, economic, and political challenges faced by informal vendors
*How politics, governance, and power influence access to public space
*Can informality be integrated into planning instead of being erased?

Through this discussion, we question the conventional boundaries between formal and informal, and reflect on how inclusive planning can contribute to a more just and sustainable city.

🎙 Episode: 01
🏙 Topic: Public Space, Informality & Street Vending
🎯 Theme: Urban Planning, Informality and Politics in Dhaka.
📌 Presented by: Institute of Development Action & Sustainability (IDEAS)

If you are interested in urban studies, planning, sustainability, governance, or Dhaka’s city life, this conversation is for you.

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