BRTA Launches Road Safety Drive in Chattogram
BRTA Launches Road Safety Awareness Campaign in Chattogram Ahead of Eid Travel Rush
CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh: The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has intensified its road safety awareness and monitoring activities in Chattogram to ensure safe and smooth travel for passengers during the post-Eid travel season.
BRTA launched the special campaign on May 31, 2026, following urgent instructions from newly appointed Chairman Mohammad Habibur Rahman.
The awareness and inspection program ran from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM across major transport hubs in Chattogram, including Alankar, AK Khan, Baddarhat, New Chandgaon Police Station area, and New Bridge.
BRTA Conducts Inspections at Bus Counters
The campaign was led by the Director (Engineering) of BRTA Chattogram Division. During the inspections, BRTA officials exchanged views with drivers, helpers, supervisors, and counter managers at various transport counters.
Officials provided detailed instructions on preventing road accidents and ensuring passenger safety during the busy travel period.
Drivers Urged to Follow Safety Measures
BRTA emphasized several key safety guidelines for drivers, including:
- Taking adequate rest before driving
- Avoiding overspeeding and overconfidence
- Refraining from reckless or risky overtaking
- Not driving under the influence of drugs, mental stress, or illness
- Following traffic laws and road signals
- Avoiding passenger pick-up and drop-off outside designated areas
Officials stressed that responsible driving is essential to reducing road accidents during Eid travel.
Transport Staff Asked to Ensure Passenger Safety
BRTA officials urged helpers and supervisors to behave courteously with passengers and avoid carrying passengers on bus rooftops or beyond seating capacity.
They also asked transport staff not to let passengers board or leave moving vehicles and to play a responsible role in ensuring safe transportation services.
Counter Managers Given Operational Guidelines
Counter managers received directives to ensure compliance with government-fixed fares, maintain schedules properly, and prevent unfit vehicles from operating on the roads.
BRTA also instructed transport operators to regularly monitor drivers and helpers and ensure proper rest arrangements for safe journeys.
Leaflets and Awareness Banners Distributed
As part of the Eid road safety initiative, BRTA Chattogram Division distributed road safety leaflets among passengers and drivers in both urban and hill tract areas.
Awareness banners were also placed at bus counters and terminals to remind drivers and passengers about safe travel practices.
