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Paltan

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Updated Friday, August 14, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Previously

  1. Documented history · 1840

    In the year 1840 the cantonment was transferred to Ramna, Begunbari, then to Lalbagh Fort.

  2. Documented history · 1857

    After the First war of Indian Independence in 1857 (sepoy mutiny according to the British Raj) in 1857 the Cantonment was shifted to Mill Barrack.

  3. Documented history · 1895

    Meanwhile, in 1895, due to the growth of football among Bengalis in the Bengal Presidency, the Dhaka Sporting Association (DSA) was formed in a small tin house on an unoccupied field.

  4. Documented history · 1930

    Up to 1930, very few people lived in Paltan.

  5. Cantonment transferred to Ramna (1840)

    In the year 1840 the cantonment was transferred to Ramna, Begunbari, then to Lalbagh Fort.

Current public leadership

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People associated with this place

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Historical figures

  • Alhajj Abdul Halim Chowdhury

    Great political and social reformer who lived in Paltan.

  • Nurunnabi Gazi

    Noted industrialist associated with Paltan.

  • Mohammed Hussain

    Printing and packaging pioneer from Paltan.

  • Mohammad Bhai

    Aga Khani industrialist who lived in Paltan.

  • Gazi Golam Mostafa

    Veteran politician and longtime resident of Paltan.

Local business and employers

  • Polwel Super Market

    A major shopping centre located in the Paltan area.

  • Paltan Super Market

    A well‑known market serving local residents and visitors.

  • City Heart

    Retail complex situated within Paltan.

  • Gazi Bhaban

    Commercial building that hosts various shops and offices in Paltan.

Newspapers and local media

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Buildings and landmarks

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01 · Overview

Paltan, in brief

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02 · History

How Paltan took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Paltan

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Paltan

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Paltan

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Paltan

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Paltan

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08 · Questions

Questions about Paltan

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paltan

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01 · Q&A

Where is Paltan located and what are its coordinates?

Paltan is situated in Bangladesh at geographic coordinates 23.7362, 90.4143 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Paltan?

Paltan has a recorded population of approximately 184,492 and observes the Asia/Dhaka time zone (BDT).

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Paltan?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Paltan include bn-BD, en, and the circulating currency is BDT.

04 · Q&A

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