Eid rush pushses Padma, Jamuna bridges toll collection to Tk 63.8cr

The Padma and Jamuna bridges recorded a combined toll collection of Tk 63.8 crore during the 10-day Eid-ul-Azha travel period, as nearly 680,000 vehicles crossed the country's two key river crossings.

According to data released by the Bangladesh Bridge Authority on Sunday (May 31), a total of 679,997 vehicles used the two bridges between May 21 and May 30, generating Tk 63 crore 80 lakh 50 thousand 800 in toll revenue.

Of the total, the Padma Bridge carried 318,515 vehicles and collected Tk 36 crore 11 lakh 95 thousand 900 in tolls during the period.

Meanwhile, the Jamuna Bridge handled 361,482 vehicles, generating Tk 27 crore 68 lakh 54 thousand 900 in toll revenue.

The figures were disclosed in a press release issued by Bangladesh Bridge Authority Deputy Director and Public Relations Officer Md. Masud Rana Sikder.

The authority said this year's Eid journey was completed smoothly and peacefully due to coordinated efforts by government agencies and effective traffic management measures. Despite heavy traffic pressure, no major accidents or prolonged congestion were reported on the country's major highway corridors.

According to the statement, advance planning, enhanced traffic control and close coordination among relevant agencies helped ensure a relatively comfortable and orderly travel experience for millions of holidaymakers returning home for Eid.