Large numbers of people from various professions, including industrial workers, began leaving Gazipur and Dhaka on May 26, 2026, to celebrate Eid with their families. On the second day of the government holiday, most garment factories closed, prompting a surge of travelers on major highways. The Dhaka–Mymensingh and Dhaka–Tangail routes saw several times more vehicles than usual, causing slow traffic and higher transport fares for passengers.
Many travelers used buses, minibuses, and even trucks to reach their destinations, with some risking safety for lower fares. Transport operators reported that vehicle parking, random passenger boarding, and crowding along the highways contributed to the congestion. Traffic was particularly slow at Tongi, Gazipura, Board Bazar, Bhogra Bypass, and Chandna intersections.
Police estimated that over two million workers would leave Gazipur for Eid. They reported that 45 percent of factories had already closed, with another 45 percent expected to close by Tuesday afternoon, likely increasing traffic pressure. Law enforcement agencies deployed additional personnel at key points to manage the situation.
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