Rajshahi: On the occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, Rajshahi City Corporation (RCC), under the leadership of its Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton, launched a train passenger assistance service for the first time. The program, which ran for nine days before and after Eid, concluded today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the service was formally inaugurated on March 20 at Rajshahi Railway Station, aimed at assisting homebound train passengers during Eid. From March 20 to March 28, RCC deployed 36 workers daily in three shifts, with 12 workers per shift, to provide continuous assistance.
RCC personnel collaborated with railway staff to aid passengers with luggage handling, prevent inconvenience, and ensure overall support at the station. Passengers expressed satisfaction with the service. Alamgir Hossain, who was returning to Dhaka after Eid, noted the helpfulness of RCC workers in loading luggage onto the train and commended the initiative.
Another passenger, Sumi Khatun, appreciated the free service, expressing hope for its continuation and reflecting positively on Rajshahi City. She thanked the City Corporation Administrator and all involved.
Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton stated that the initiative was introduced experimentally during Eid. He emphasized the government’s commitment to serving the people, mentioning that future services would be considered based on public demand and potential conflicts with licensed porters at the railway station.