Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) has suspended vessel movement in the coastal areas, citing inclement weather and the issuance of local cautionary signal No. 3 at the seaports.

All vessels operating on routes from Dhaka to Hatia, Betua, Khepupara, Char Montaz, Rangabali, and Monpura have been ordered to halt operations until further notice for the safety of passengers and their belongings .

Ehteshamul Parvez, public relations officer of BIWTA, confirmed the suspension today.