Bad bridge vibes

A plan to build another bridge across the Chao Phraya River, initiated 14 years ago, has become the latest target of protesters, with critics saying it is no longer needed. Some architects say the structure will also be an eyesore spoiling views of the new parliament building. (Bangkok Metropolitan Administration photo)

The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) plans to develop infrastructure for the Chao Phraya River have faced constant resistance, with one bridge in particular looking destined to never get built.

The city administration's 14-billion-baht plan to build a 14-kilometre promenade has been attacked by architects and academics.

A planned bridge between Tha Din Daeng in Thon Buri and Ratchawong in Bangkok has also faced vehement resistance from local residents, as has another between Chan Road in Bangkok and Charoen Nakhon in Thon Buri.