Traffic flow on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway has normalized after repair works were completed on the Asharichar Bridge in Gozaria upazila, Munshiganj. The repair began last night following the development of a hole on the bridge, causing increased traffic pressure on the lane heading towards Dhaka. The work was completed by 10am today, allowing vehicles to move normally on both lanes of the bridge. Additional traffic police have been deployed to manage traffic and prevent congestion. Md Alrazi Lyon, Sub-Divisional Engineer (SDE) of the Roads and Highways Department, and Md Babul Hossain, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Hasara Highway Police Station, confirmed the resumption of normal traffic flow.
The Dhaka-Chattogram highway is a critical route connecting the capital city of Dhaka to the port city of Chattogram. It serves as a major artery for both passenger and freight transportation, facilitating economic activities and connectivity across the region. Any disruption on this highway can lead to significant traffic congestion and delays, impacting thousands of commuters and businesses reliant on timely transportation.
The Roads and Highways Department regularly conducts maintenance and repair works on this highway to ensure its smooth operation. Such works are crucial for the safety and efficiency of vehicular movement. The quick response and completion of the repair on Asharichar Bridge exemplify the department's commitment to minimizing disruptions and restoring normal traffic flow as swiftly as possible.
FAQs
Q: What caused the traffic disruption on the Dhaka-Chattogram highway? A: A hole developed on Asharichar Bridge, necessitating immediate repair works.
Q: When did the repair works on Asharichar Bridge begin and end? A: The repair works began last night and were completed by 10am today.
Q: How has traffic been managed during and after the repair works? A: Additional traffic police have been deployed at various points along the highway to manage traffic and prevent congestion.
Q: What measures are in place to ensure the smooth operation of the Dhaka-Chattogram highway? A: The Roads and Highways Department conducts regular maintenance and repair works to ensure the highway's safety and efficiency.
