Quader calls on bus owners not to overcharge Eid passengers

Staff Reporter :
Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader on Thursday called on bus owners not to overcharge Eid passengers during their travel home for the Eid-ul-Azha vacation.

“We must guarantee fair treatment for all passengers, especially during the Eid journey. No extra fare should be charged on homebound Eid travelers,” Quader said while speaking at a press briefing.

The minister emphasized the need for strict monitoring of bus fares and enhanced measures to facilitate safe and smooth journeys. He urged authorities to increase surveillance at key entry points to Dhaka and other strategic locations to manage the influx of travelers.

He also stressed the importance of ensuring an adequate number of vehicles to prevent overcrowding and delays.

“Now, people can travel from Cumilla to Dhaka in 30-40 minutes. However, due to heavy traffic, passengers often face one to two-hour