The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has distributed financial aid totaling Tk 14 million among 38 families affected by road accidents in Cox’s Bazar. The checks were handed over at a ceremony held on Wednesday afternoon at the Cox’s Bazar Deputy Commissioner’s conference room. The assistance was provided under government directives to support families who lost members or suffered severe injuries, including permanent disabilities.

The event was organized by the BRTA Trustee Board, with Cox’s Bazar Deputy Commissioner Md. A. Mannan serving as chief guest and presiding over the ceremony. Additional Deputy Magistrate Mamnun Ahmed Anik conducted the program, which was attended by BRTA officials, local journalists, labor leaders, and family members of the victims. According to BRTA sources, the beneficiaries include passengers, pedestrians, drivers, and helpers. Injured individuals received between Tk 100,000 and Tk 300,000, while the families of deceased victims received Tk 500,000 each.

BRTA expressed hope that the financial assistance would help the affected families rebuild their lives and support their rehabilitation efforts.