Heavy traffic congestion was reported on the Dhaka-Tangail highway on May 25, 2026, as thousands of homebound passengers left the Savar-Ashulia industrial area following the closure of garment factories for the Eid holidays. Despite rain, large crowds gathered at bus stands along the Nabinagar-Chandra, Abdullahpur-Baipail, and Dhaka-Aricha routes. Traffic slowed to a crawl or stopped entirely in several sections, with an eight-kilometer stretch of the Nabinagar-Chandra highway particularly affected.

Passengers faced long delays, with many unable to reach their destinations on time. Some travelers alleged that transport operators were charging double fares due to the high demand. According to Dhaka District Police Superintendent Shamima Parvin, around 3,000 police officers were deployed to ensure smooth and safe Eid travel. Several volunteer organizations were also assisting in traffic management.

Officials warned that congestion could worsen as the evening progressed, given the increasing number of outbound travelers on the major highways.