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Eight Injured in Passenger Bus Overturn on Dhaka-Mawa Expressway

Eight passengers were seriously injured when a passenger bus overturned on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway in Munshiganj today.

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Eight passengers were seriously injured after a passenger bus overturned on the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway in Munshiganj today. The accident occurred around noon at the Mawa end of the expressway, on the ramp of the Padma Bridge. The bus, operated by New Green Line Express and traveling from Magura to Dhaka, lost control due to high speed, hit the road railing, and overturned.

The injured passengers were identified as Md Saifullah (80), Md Lutfar (63), Rebeka Khatun (40), Nur Islam (46), Rashida (40), Fatema (7), Saif (23), and Arafat (13). Two rescue teams from the Sreenagar Fire Station arrived at the scene promptly, rescued the injured passengers, and transported them to Sreenagar Health Complex for medical attention.

Mohammad Akter Hossain, officer-in-charge of Padma Bridge North Police Station, confirmed that the accident happened when the bus lost control and overturned while descending from the bridge. The exact cause of the accident is under investigation, but initial reports suggest that high speed played a significant role.

The Dhaka-Mawa Expressway, a vital route connecting Dhaka to the southern regions of Bangladesh, has seen several accidents in the past, often attributed to speeding and driver error. The Padma Bridge, a critical infrastructure project, has significantly reduced travel time between Dhaka and the south, but safety concerns remain a persistent issue.

Road safety in Bangladesh is a major concern, with thousands of accidents occurring annually. The government has implemented various measures to improve road safety, including speed limits, regular vehicle inspections, and public awareness campaigns. However, enforcement and adherence to these safety measures remain inconsistent.

This latest accident underscores the need for stricter enforcement of traffic laws and greater awareness among drivers about the dangers of speeding. Improved road infrastructure and regular maintenance are also crucial to preventing such incidents in the future.

The incident highlights the ongoing challenges in ensuring road safety in Bangladesh. As the country continues to develop its infrastructure, balancing rapid progress with safety measures will be essential to protect the lives of commuters.

Source: BSS

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