The government of Bangladesh is moving forward with plans to construct a second Padma Bridge, according to Road Transport and Bridges Minister Sheikh Robiul Alam. Speaking at the Secretariat on Monday after a meeting on ensuring safe travel during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, the minister said the feasibility study for the project has already been completed. He added that discussions are ongoing regarding financing and other preparatory work.

The minister explained that one of the three proposals for the new bridge involves building it at the Daulatdia-Paturia point, which he said would help reduce road accidents. He also discussed measures for managing Eid travel, noting that garment factories will grant holidays in phases this year to avoid the chaos experienced during the previous Eid when all factories closed simultaneously.

To improve road discipline during Eid travel, the government plans to operate 69 mobile courts. These steps are part of broader efforts to ensure safer and more organized travel during the holiday period.