Mobile phone traders’ blockade triggers traffic chaos in Dhaka

Mobile phone traders blocked the Sonargaon crossing in the capital’s Karwan Bazar area on Wednesday evening demanding the reform of the proposed National Equipment Identity Register (NEIR) policy, triggering severe traffic congestion that spread to other parts of Dhaka.

Tejgaon Traffic Police ADC Tania Sultana said the traders took position at Sonargaon crossing around 6pm and obstructed vehicular movement, causing gridlock on major connecting roads. The blockade brought traffic to a standstill at the busy intersection, with the impact spilling over into several adjoining areas.