Chattogram: People have been returning to the Port City’s workplace peacefully after celebrating Eid ul-Azha with their near and dear ones in villages on the last day of the holiday today. They are returning to Chattogram city from different parts of the country including the capital by rail, road, and air.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, although the pressure of Chattogram-bound passenger vehicles has slightly increased at various entrances towards the port city since this morning, no major traffic jams have been observed. Abdul Alam, a bus passenger at Goribullah Shah Mazar gate who came from Rajshahi, mentioned that there were no crowds at bus counters and railway stations, and no traffic jams on highways. He stated that he and his family members reached their destination on time despite a large number of people heading towards Chattogram after Eid.
Visiting AK Khan and Alankar intersections in the city revealed that people returning to Chattogram after celebrating Eid expressed satisfaction over their journey as they did not face any major hurdles on the highways. It was observed that the pressure of long-distance buses, microbuses, and private cars has been gradually increasing since morning. Passengers were seen getting off the bus and going to their respective residences in rickshaws, CNG, or other public transports with their luggage in hand.
Shah Amanat Bridge crossing, Oxygen crossing, Chattogram rail station, and the city gate area are now bustling with people returning to workplaces from villages carrying luggage, bags, and sacks. Besides, the government has taken various measures to ensure a smooth journey and security on highways during the long Eid holidays.
Different transports are coming to Chattogram from various districts in the country with full of passengers. Green Line Paribahan Divisional Manager Babul Aich stated that they have been working in coordination with law enforcement agencies and road authorities to ensure safe and smooth travel of passengers since the Eid. Additional buses, train drivers, and traffic monitoring measures were implemented before the start of the holiday to facilitate smooth travel for work-bound passengers.
Station Manager of Chattogram Railway Station Abu Bakkar Siddique reported that special trains have been arranged for returning passengers after Eid, and regular intercity trains are running as per schedule. Railway authorities remain vigilant to ensure smooth travel for passengers. It is learnt that the Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) is taking special measures to maintain law and order in the city after the Eid holidays.