Road Transport, Bridges, Railways and Shipping Minister Sheikh Robiul Alam has described this year’s Eid travel as satisfactory, despite the movement of around 15 million passengers and 8 million sacrificial animals across Bangladesh. Speaking to reporters after inspecting the Mohakhali Bus Terminal in Dhaka on Wednesday, he said passengers were reaching their destinations at fixed fares and in an orderly manner, and that the government had ensured a smooth travel experience amid multiple challenges.

The minister said the government was continuously monitoring the situation through the BRTA’s central monitoring cell. He acknowledged some congestion near Chandra before the Jamuna Bridge, caused by seven lanes merging into two, but termed it normal. He added that strict monitoring was in place to prevent overcharging, with fines imposed when violations were found. Special coaches for women were added to three intercity train routes, and 51 additional coaches were introduced for Eid travel.

Regarding reports of a cattle market under the Uttara Diabari metro station, the minister clarified that no such decision had been made and said the city corporation would need to address the issue.