Chattogram:Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) has taken action against illegal parking on the country's first cycle track located in Patenga, imposing fines totaling Tk 6,000 and seizing a vehicle during a drive today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the operation was led by CCC Regional Executive Officer Pronoy Chakma and took place from 10 a.m. to 130 p.m. The drive is part of ongoing efforts to maintain the cycle track inaugurated by Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury on Airport Road in Patenga last Friday.
Pronoy Chakma stated that two cases were filed under the Road Transport Act, 2018, against vehicles parked illegally on the track. The cases resulted in fines amounting to Tk 6,000, and one vehicle was seized. He emphasized that similar drives would continue to ensure the track remains clear for cyclists.
The operation saw participation from Subal Chakma, Regional Executive Officer of CCC Zone-5, along with zonal officials, supervisors, ward supervisors, and the CCC striking force. Full cooperation was provided by Patenga Police Station.