Bangladesh Road Transport Authority
PM allows battery-run autorickshaws to ply Dhaka roads: Quader
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has given clearance to plying of battery-powered rickshaws only in Dhaka city considering the suffering of low-income people and impacts of commodity prices amid the ongoing global crises, Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader said today.
Decision made to implement ‘no helmet, no fuel’ policy across country
The National Road Transport Advisory Council has decided to implement the ‘No helmet, no fuel’ policy, currently effective in the Dhaka metropolitan area only, all across the country.
Human chain demands reassessment of motorcycle speed limit in capital
Motorcyclists are calling for a reconsideration of the government's decision to cap motorcycle speeds at 30 km/h within city boundaries. They've also submitted a memorandum to the BRTA Chairman outlining their demand.
Bus fare reduction by 3 paisa per km recommended
The recommendation will be sent to the Roads and Highways Division and if approved, the division will issue a circular, said the BRTA chairman.
20-year-old buses must be withdrawn from city streets: Saber Hossain
Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today said 20-year old buses, which have exceeded their economic life, should be withdrawn from the city streets aiming to check air pollution.