Public utilities in Dhaka are managed by a combination of state-owned enterprises and specialized agencies.
* **Electricity:** Supplied primarily by Dhaka Power Distribution Company (DPDC) and Dhaka Electric Supply Company (DESCO). Power stability has improved significantly in recent years, though occasional load shedding can occur during peak summer months. * **Water & Sewerage:** Managed by Dhaka Water Supply and Sewerage Authority (DWASA). While piped water reaches most urban areas, it is strongly advised to boil or filter tap water before drinking. * **Gas:** Piped natural gas is supplied by Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution Company, primarily for domestic cooking and industrial use, though new residential connections have been limited to encourage the use of LPG cylinders. * **Waste Management:** Handled by the Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) and Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) in the capital, and local municipalities across the wider division.
