
GAZIPUR, May 24, 2026 (BSS) - Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam today called upon the transport owners and workers to put their best efforts to make the Eid journey safe and comfortable.
He made the call while addressing a road safety and public awareness meeting in the Kharajora area on the Dhaka-Tangail highway as the chief guest.
Alam said Chandra intersection area is extremely important, as it is the only easy gateway to the northern region.
He asked all concerned to work together to ensure smooth journey of Eid holidaymakers through this area.
Addressing the demand for a bus terminal in the Chandra intersection area, the Minister said, "We are already discussing the matter. Insha Allah, we will carry out these developments together with the people of this region."
He noted works are underway to repair several damaged sections on the Dhaka-Tangail highway.
State Minister for Road Transport and Bridges Habibur Rashid, Pabna-5 constituency MP Shamsur Rahman Shimul Biswas, Gazipur-1 MP Mujibur Rahman, senior government officials and leaders of transport workers were present.
Gazipur Deputy Commissioner Md. Nurul Karim Bhuiyan chaired the meeting.