Urban Planning
Mission
Integrated planning solutions for resilient, inclusive, and climate-smart cities.
About the Urban Planning Team
The Urban Planning Team of the Institute of Water Modelling (IWM) provides integrated, evidence-based planning support for sustainable urban development. The team combines urban planning, GIS, environmental assessment, and infrastructure planning to support national and local government agencies in preparing master plans, structure plans, and climate-resilient urban strategies.
Core Functions & Expertise
- Urban & Regional Planning
- Master Plan & Structure Plan Preparation
- Land Use Planning & Zoning
- Climate-Resilient & Disaster-Informed Urban Development
- Urban Water, Drainage & Flood Management Integration
- GIS-Based Spatial Planning & Analysis
- Infrastructure & Transport Planning Support
- Environmental & Social Considerations in Urban Planning
Key Services Offered
- City & Municipality Master Plans
- Detailed Area Plans (DAP)
- Urban Flood Risk & Drainage Planning
- Climate-Smart & Nature-Based Urban Solutions
- GIS & Web-GIS Based Planning Systems
- Urban Policy & Strategy Development
- Capacity Building & Training for ULGIs
- Stakeholder Consultation & Participatory Planning
Methodology & Approach
- Data-Driven & GIS-Based Planning
- Integration of Hydrological & Urban Systems
- Climate & Disaster Risk Screening
- Stakeholder-Centric Planning Process
- Compliance with National Planning Frameworks & SDGs
Tools & Technologies
- Land and Hydrographic Survey
- Hydrodynamic model
- GIS & Spatial Analysis Platforms
- Urban Flood & Drainage Models
- Remote Sensing & Satellite Data
- Energy Assessment
- Web-Based Planning & Decision Support Systems
Core Professionals
Md. Zahid Hasan Siddiquee
Academic Qualification:
- M. Sc. in Photogrammtery & Geo-informatics from the Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences, Germany, 2006
- B.Sc. in Urban & Regional Planning from Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET), 2002
- Post Graduate Diploma in River Basin Management (RBM) with an emphasis on the Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) from CDDET Foundation, Madrid, Spain, 2014
Experience 24 Years
BIP Membership No: F 451
Highlighted Projects
- Consultancy Services for Preparation of GIS Maps (City & 41 Wards) for Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) (January 2020 to June 2022)
- Barisal Structure Plan and Detailed Area Plan (March 2008 - November 2010)
- ODK based SSP integration for Collaborative Forest Management and monitoring (August 2024-May 2025)
- Procurement of Mauza Map Digitization and Geodatabase Creation for Dhaka Division (25 May 2022 to Present)
- Developing Disaster and Climate Change Risk Profile of Industry Sector in Bangladesh (February 2020 to November 2020)
- Development of Upazila Land Suitability Assessment and Crop Zoning System of Bangladesh (Aug 2018- June 2020 )
- SiMS-Smart: Upgrading, Updating of Existing SiMS and Development of SiMS-Web, SiMS Google & SiMS App for Smart Phone (September 2016 – to April 2018)
- Hydraulic and Morphological Modelling Study to Aid “Technical Feasibility Studies & detailed Design for Coastal Embankment Improvement Project (CEIP) (January 2015 to May 2018)
- Topographical and Physical Feature Survey and Mapping for Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant (RNPP)Project (November 2011 to October 2012)
- Identification of Permanent Charlands, Transitional Charlands and Riverine Sandbars for Transforming a New Agricultural Production Zone in the Dry Season (February 2017 to May 2017)
Dr. S.M. Tanvir Hassan
Academic Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Hydrology, Water Resources Department, Faculty of Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation (ITC), University of Twente, Netherlands, 2023
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Water Resources and Environmental Management, Water Resources Department, Faculty of Geoinformation Science and Earth Observation (ITC), University of Twente, Netherlands, 2008
- Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Water Resource Development, Institute of Water and Flood Management (IWFM), Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2006
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Urban and Rural Planning, Khulna University, Khulna, Bangladesh, 1998
Experience 28 Years
BIP Membership No: M-188
Highlighted Projects
- Comprehensive Study for Evaluation and Updating of the Master Plan for the Haor Area (HMP) (March 2024 to June 2025)
- Revision of Functional Master Plan and Detailed Area Plan to Integrate Disaster Risk Sensitivity into the Rajshahi Metropolitan Development Plan (June – December 2018)
- Road and Drainage Network Survey, Mapping, and Interactive Information System (IIS) Development in Four Pourashavas under the SHAHAR Project (January 2002 – December 2002)
- Comprehensive Study on Livelihood and Integrated Management of Land and Water Resources in Arial Beel Area (April 2024 to June 2025)
- Operationalization and Institutionalization of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in the Barind Area of Bangladesh (January 2019 – December 2023)
- Development of Flood Hazard Maps for Kutupalong and Balukhali Makeshift Settlements (February 2018 – May 2018)
- Climate Finance Governance Project (February 2017 – August 2018)
- Preparation of Tsunami and Storm Surge Inundation Risk Maps for the Entire Coastal Region of Bangladesh (under the Comprehensive Disaster Management Programme – CDMP), Phase – 1 (April 2008 – August 2009)
- Urban Road & Drainage Mapping and IIS Development in Four Pourashavas (SHAHAR Project) (January – December 2002)
- Spatiotemporal Study on Shrimp Culture and Land Use in the Coastal Belt (June – December 1999)
Mohammod Samiun Nabi
Academic Qualification:
- Master’s in business administration (MBA), Institute of Business Administration (IBA), University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, 2007
- Bachelor’s in urban and Regional Planning (URP), Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET), 2004.
Experience 22 Years
BIP Membership No: M-360
Highlighted Projects
- Preparation of Master Plan and Feasibility Study for Short-term Measures for Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) (June 2018 to June 2020)
- Upazila Towns Infrastructure Development Project (UTIDP), LGED, GoB (42 Pourashavas) (June 2009 to December 2011)
- Urban Governance Infrastructure Improvement Project UGIIP (1st and 2nd Phase) (January 2005 to December 2008)
- Feasibility Study for Protection and Development of Kuakata Sea Beach (November 2019- June 2020)
- Consultancy Service for preparation of Draft DPP including Feasibility Study for “Upgradation of CDDL by Constructing Second Dry Dock including Associated Shipbuilding Infrastructure Project” (October 2021- December 2023)
- Support to Accelerate the BDP2100 Implementation (February 2023 – January 2024)
- Preparation of Bangladesh Country Programme for Green and Climate Resilient Development (2024-27) (February 2023 -March 2024)
- Capacity Development of Stakeholders of Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 – BDP2100 (DELTACAP) (August 2016 to December 2021)
- Environmental and Social Impacts Assessment study for Extension of Cox’s Bazar Airport (June 2016 to December 2018)
Mohammad Kamruzzman
Academic Qualification:
- MS (Master of Science) in GIS for Environment and Development, Jahangirnagar University, 2017
- Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET), 2011
Experience 15 Years
BIP Membership No: M-840
Highlighted Projects
- The District Towns Infrastructure Development Project (DTIDP), Client: LGED, (From 2011- From 2012)
- Upazila Towns Infrastructure Development Project (UTIDP), Client- LGED, (From 2011- to 2014)
- Preparation of a Sanitation and Drainage Improvement Strategy and Master Plan. Client- Chittagong Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (CWASA) (From 2016- to 2017)
- Preparation of Master Plan and Feasibility Study for Short-term Measures in Ward No.- 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 and 75, Client- Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC), (From 2018- to 2019)
- Preparation of Master Plan, Architectural Design, Detail Design, Drawings, BoQ, Tender Documentation & Construction Supervision of Bangladesh Maritime University, (From 2019- To 2022)
- Consultancy Services for Preparation of GIS Maps (City & 41 Wards), Client: Chattogram City Corporation (CCC), (From 2020- to 2022)
Md. Thohid Hossain
Academic Qualification:
- Bachelor on Urban and Regional Planning, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), 2017
Experience 8 Years
BIP Membership No: M-2131
Highlighted Projects
- Updating & Implementation of Sub-Project Information Management System- Smart (SiMS-Smart), and limited scale morphological modelling as required for erosion protection and dredging of the morphologically critical areas of the selected sub projects (Task-F) under Consultancy Services for Design and Construction Supervision under CSAWM project (BWDB part) (2024-Current)
- Consultancy Services for Procurement of Mouza Map Digitization and Geodatabase Creation, Dhaka Division (May 2022-Current)
- Consultancy Services for Procurement of Web Mapping: Development of Web Application for GIS Database Management and its Visualization (June 2022- Current)
- Bathymetric survey and Discharge measurement for FRERMIP (2023-2024)
- Sub project of P-52811 Comprehensive Study for Evaluation and Updating of Haor Master Plan (2024-Current)
- Potential Applications of LiDAR and Photogrammetric Data in Agriculture and other fields through Prototype Development (2025)
- Supervision and Monitoring the Capital & Maintenance of Dredging, Morphological and Environmental Impacts, Detailed Design and Assessment of Effectiveness of Dredging for Restoration of Dry Season Flow, Erosion Management and Navigation Improvement of Ghagot and Nagda River (2024-Current)
- Consultancy Services for “Coordination and Capacity Building Support to Institutions to ensure the quality of water in the Meghna River” (2024-Current)
Abdullah Al Mamun
Academic Qualification:
- M.Sc in GIS for Environment and Development, Jahangirnagar University, 2022
- Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), 2016
Experience 9 Years
BIP Membership No: M-1233
Highlighted Projects
- Consultancy Services for Procurement of Mouza Map Digitization and Geodatabase Creation, Dhaka Division (Package-5) (October 2024 to June 2025)
- Development of River Pollution Monitoring System (RPMS) (May 2025 to May 2026)
- Supporting Water Supply and Sanitation Regulatory Mechanism Development - TA Coordination Team (56171-001) (October 2023 - March 2024)
- Topographic Survey and Hydro-morphological Study with Mathematical Modelling for the project conversion of Meter Gauge Line into Dual Gauge from Parbatipur Kaunia Section of Bangladesh Railway (February 2023 to December 2023)
- Site Specific Plan (SSP) and ODK Development for SUFAL Project (January 2021 to March 2022)
- TA-6675 BAN: Restoration of Waterbodies for Sustainable Water Management in Dhaka Watershed (March 2022 to December 2023)
List of Professionals
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| 1 | Md. Rony Hussain | GIS Analyst |
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| 2 | Md. Tanvir Mahmud | GIS Analyst |
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| 3 | Md. Saadman Reza Chowdhury | GIS Analyst |
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| 4 | Md. Ashik Ikbal | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Pabna University of Science and Technology (PUST), 2018 |
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| 5 | Md. Momin Ali | GIS Analyst |
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| 6 | Mohimenul Montaser | GIS Analyst |
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| 7 | Md. Erfanul Hoque | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2022 |
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| 8 | Tahsin Rahman Ira | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2022 |
3 |
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| 9 | S M Afzal | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2023 |
2 |
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| 10 | Ahmed Ashhab | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2023 |
2 |
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| 11 | Md. Mahedi Hasan | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), 2024 |
2 |
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| 12 | Jakia Jannat Fabiha | GIS Analyst |
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2 |
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| 13 | Tanzum Ara | GIS Analyst |
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| 14 | Abu Naeem Mohammad Sakib | GIS Analyst |
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| 15 | Md. Shakhawat Hossain | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2023 |
1 | Consultancy Services for Procurement of Mouza Map Digitization and Geodatabase Creation, Dhaka Division. |
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| 16 | Kh. Minhaj Haider Tamim | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 17 | Md. Mobashir Abedin Shifaen | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 18 | Khondoker Al Sadikul Zarif | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2023 |
1 |
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| 19 | Syed Shoabul Islam | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 20 | Tahmid Abrar Nur | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
1 |
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| 21 | Md. Ali Hassan Tuhin | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
1 |
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| 22 | Rubayet Arafin Rimon | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2025 |
1 |
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| 23 | Mahajabeen Masud | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2025 |
1 |
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| 24 | Md. Jubayel Islam | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
1 |
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| 25 | Isfat Jahan | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Jahangirnagar University, 2025 |
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| 26 | Md. Abdur Rahim Razon | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Jahangirnagar University, 2025 |
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| 27 | Md. Raihan Uddin Bhuiyan | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 28 | Tanvir Ahmed | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 29 | Md. Shakib Mamud Siyam | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 30 | Md. Washif Ahmed Naqib | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2024 |
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| 31 | Md. Minhaj Ahmed | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2024 |
1 | Consultancy Services for Procurement of Mouza Map Digitization and Geodatabase Creation, Dhaka Division. |
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| 32 | Mahjabin Binta Rofe Ahona | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology (KUET), 2024 |
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| 33 | Md. Sabbir Ahmed | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Chittagong University of Engineering & Technology (CUET), 2025 |
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| 34 | Jannatul Ferdous Momo | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Jahangirnagar University, 2025 |
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| 35 | Md Masudur Rahman | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2024 |
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| 36 | Md. Raihanul Hoque | GIS Analyst | Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology (RUET), 2025 |
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Alignment with National & Global Frameworks
- National Spatial Planning Ordinance, 2025
- City Corporation Act 2009
- Pourashava Act 2009
- Private Residential Land Development Rules, 2004 (Amended 2012 & 2015)
- The Bangladesh Environment Conservation Act, 1995
- SDG Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Major Projects & Experience
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Start & End Date |
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Consultancy Services for Preparation of GIS Maps (City & 41 Wards) for Chattogram City Corporation (CCC). |
Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) |
January 2020- June 2022 |
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Preparation of Master Plan, Architectural Design, Detail Design, Drawings, BoQ, Tender Documentation & Construction Supervision of Bangladesh Maritime University (BMU) Permanent Campus at Chattogram |
Bangladesh Maritime University (BMU) |
July 2019- June 2022 |
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Preparation of Master Plan and Feasibility Study for Short-term Measures in Ward No.- 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 73, 74 and 75 of Dhaka South City Corporation |
Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) |
June 2018- May 2019 |
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Feasibility Study and Planning, Designing & Cost Estimating for Construction and Improvement of Roads, Drainage and Footpath Infrastructure for Newly Included 18 (Eighteen) Wards to Dhaka North Corporation. |
Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) |
February 2017- August 2017 |
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Preparation of a Sanitation and Drainage Improvement Strategy and Master Plan for the City of Chittagong |
Chittagong Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (CWASA) |
January 2015- June 2017 |
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Preparation of Water Supply Master Plan of Dhaka City |
DWASA |
January 2012- December 2012 |
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Preparation of Sewerage Master Plan of Dhaka City |
DWASA |
January 2012- December 2012 |