The criticism comes from academics who question the cost-effectiveness of the bridge that will cost taxpayers about 1.7 billion baht. It was reported in social media that the BMA spent 50 million baht on the project's feasibility study which took nine months. In defending the project, the Public Works Department says the planned bridge is designed for pedestrians, cyclists and the disabled. Interestingly, the study suggests the bridge will help commuters to depend less on ferries which are considered by some to be unsafe. The BMA cannot convince the public to agree with its Chao Phraya promenade project which has been inundated with criticism.

Source: Bangkok Post July 19, 2017 21:33 UTC