Paturia: Ferry movement on the Paturia-Daulatdia river route was suspended early this morning due to dense fog, disrupting communication with the southern districts of the country.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the suspension began at 6:15 am as dense fog enveloped the Padma river, significantly reducing visibility.
Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC) Paturia Ghat Assistant General Manager (AGM) Abdus Salam stated that the decision to halt ferry operations was made to prevent any untoward incidents. He reported that four ferries-Shah Paran, Shah Keramat Ali, Khan Jahan Ali, and Bir Sreshtha Ruhul Amin-are currently stranded at the Paturia ghat with vehicles and passengers on board.
Meanwhile, six ferries-Golam Maula, Vigar, Dhaka, Language Martyred Shaheed Barkat, Shah Mokdum, and Hasna Hena-are stationed at the Daulatdia ghat. The BIWTC official mentioned that ferry movement would resume once the fog dissipates and visibility improves.
Sources at the Paturia ghat indicated that all engine-driven boats and launches on the route are also suspended due to the dense fog.