CUMILLA, May 22 (UNB): Road Transport and Bridges Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam on Friday expressed optimism that this year's Eid-ul-Azha journey will be comfortable and smooth despite the challenge of transporting a huge number of passengers and sacrificial animals within a short period.
He made the remarks while talking to reporters after attending a cheque distribution programme for families of road accident victims at the district Shilpakala Academy auditorium.
The event was jointly organised by the Cumilla district administration and the Cumilla circle of the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA).
At the programme, compensation cheques worth a total of Tk 4.89 crore were distributed among the families of 86 people killed, and 33 injured victims of road accidents.
Families of the deceased received Tk 5 lakh each, while the injured received between Tk 2 lakh and Tk 3 lakh each.
The minister said transporting nearly 2.5 crore people along with sacrificial animals within a limited time remains a major challenge during Eid-ul-Azha every year.
"Due to limitations in the country's infrastructure and transport system, Eid travel often becomes difficult. However, with public cooperation, awareness and favourable weather conditions, we hope this year's Eid journey will be smooth and comfortable," he said.
Eid travel to be comfortable despite challenges: Rabiul
FE Team | Published: May 22, 2026 22:50:53
Eid travel to be comfortable despite challenges: Rabiul
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