On the second day of Eid-ul-Azha, large numbers of people continued leaving Dhaka for their hometowns. Since Friday morning, major bus terminals and counters have seen heavy crowds as many who could not travel earlier or secure tickets set out to join loved ones. Passengers were also seen boarding buses from various roadside points beyond designated terminals, while the capital appeared quieter and less congested amid the holiday atmosphere.

Some travelers said they spent the first day of Eid in Dhaka with family and were now heading to villages to meet relatives and enjoy the remaining holidays. Meanwhile, the city’s air quality showed signs of improvement as the day progressed. According to data from Switzerland-based monitoring organization IQAir, Dhaka’s air was initially rated unhealthy for sensitive groups early in the morning but improved later in the day.

The quieter streets and better air quality offered a brief respite for residents who remained in the capital during the holiday period.