Chandra bypass inauguration tomorrow

A bypass at Gazipur's Chandra intersection on the Dhaka-Tangail highway will be inaugurated tomorrow to reduce traffic congestion centring the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, said Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader yesterday.

A traffic divider has already been set up at Jamuna bridge's west end to curb traffic accidents, he said while announcing plans over the festival at a press conference at the ministry's conference room.

Four vigilance teams will be working to prevent overcharging and harassment of passengers at Gabtoli, Mohakhali, Sayadabad and Phulbaria bus terminals.

CNG-filling stations will remain open round the clock from September 22 to September 30.

A ban on plying of trucks, lorries and covered vans, except those carrying perishable goods, will come into effect on the three days before and after Eid.

Another to keep three-wheelers and slow-moving vehicles off highways will be enforced strictly, said Obaidul. Moreover, cattle markets will not be allowed on or adjacent to highways. He also urged garment industry owners to allow workers to leave on separate days to avoid the rush.  

A central control room at Bangladesh Road Transport Authority's head office in the capital will monitor the overall situation and can be contacted at 9130662 and 01966622019.