The sale of advance train tickets for Eid holidaymakers will start online from June 2. The commuters have to purchase their tickets online and though mobile apps, said Director General of Bangladesh Railway Sardar Sahadat Ali while speaking at a press briefing held at the conference room of the Rail Bhaban over railways’ preparation on the occasion of Eid on Tuesday. The ticket for June 12 will be available on June 2, for June 13 on June 3, June 14 on June 4 and the tickets for June 15 and 16 will be available on June 5 and June 6 respectively. Read more: How to Buy Plane, Bus, and Train Tickets Online in Bangladesh Those sale of tickets will start at 8 am for western region and at 2 pm for the eastern region of the country, he said. Railway Minister Zillul Hakim, deputy secretary Toufique Imam and Additional Director General of Bangladesh Railway Md Arifuzzaman were present there.

In anticipation of the upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations, Bangladesh Police on Thursday (April 04, 2024) issued a series of safety guidelines for citizens planning to travel back to their hometowns.  This initiative aims to ensure a safe and smooth journey for thousands of holidaymakers during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. The police have strongly discouraged travelers from risking their lives by riding on the roofs of buses, trucks, pickups, and other goods vehicles.  Newly elected Cumilla and Mymensingh city mayors take oath Additionally, pedestrians have been advised to utilise foot overbridges and zebra crossings wherever available and to be cautious of vehicle speeds in areas lacking these facilities. Private car users were specifically warned against joyriding and reckless driving. The police have also cautioned all travelers against accepting food from strangers, a precautionary measure to avoid potential health risks. Bus owners have been urged to employ only skilled and professional drivers and to avoid overloading buses beyond their capacity. Similarly, vehicle fitness is emphasised, with a strict recommendation against operating any vehicle deemed unfit for travel. Regarding waterway travel, the police advised against journeying by launch in inclement weather conditions and implored vessel owners to refrain from exceeding passenger limits on launches, steamers, and speedboats. Vessel operators were reminded to navigate the vessels themselves or ensure that they are piloted by certified drivers. Owners are also encouraged to monitor weather conditions via mobile phones and radio and to verify the functionality of fire pumps and fire extinguishing equipment onboard. For those traveling by train, police reiterated the dangers of roof, buffer, and engine travel and cautioned against the act of throwing stones at trains, which poses a significant safety hazard. Work for people, don’t lose public trust: PM Hasina to public reps In the event of an emergency, people were asked to call 999 or police headquarters control room (01320001299), highway police headquarters (01320182598), railway police headquarters (01320177598), river police headquarters (01320169598), Rapid Action Battalion (01777720199), district superintendent of police and officer-in-charge of police, if needed. By adhering to these guidelines, the Bangladesh Police hope to minimise accidents and ensure that Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated in a joyous and safe manner across the country.

Eid holidaymakers were crossing Manikganj's Paturia ferry terminal without hassle on Tuesday morning as the pressure of vehicles and passengers was relatively low at the terminal. The terminal has seen a decrease in vehicles and passengers since the opening of the Padma Bridge However, the number of ferries has been increased to 18 for seamless crossing of passengers and vehicles during Eid, said Shah Md Khaled Newaz, deputy general manager (commerce) of Aricha regional office Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC). Besides, the authorities are bringing back vacant ferries from the other side to facilitate crossing of the passengers from Dhaka side, he added. Police firmly committed to enabling smooth Eid journeys for all: IGP “Five ghats of Paturia have been renovated and kept fully functional. A special ferry has been arranged to carry the sacrificial animal-laden trucks, said the BIWTC official. Although there was an announcement to stop the movement of trucks carrying goods from today till three days after Eid, the authorities have kept the movement of trucks normal as there is no traffic jam. No sufferings on Eid journey this year:  Quader   Superintendent of Police Golam Azad Khan said that all measures have been taken to facilitate smooth movement of sacrificial animals-carrying trucks. Police have been deployed at various ppoints on the road to prevent any kind of extortion, he added. Eid journey: Huge tailback  in Savar; commuters suffer in extreme heat

Though the number of passengers heading to greater Barishal has reduced around 30 lakh people from Dhaka and surrounding districts will leave for coastal districts by waterways during the upcoming Eid. Among them, three lakh travellers will go through Narayanganj river port and the remaining 27 lakh by Dhaka river port’s Sadarghat launch terminal. Sadarghat will face unusual pressure of homebound people, according to a pre-Eid observation report of the National Committee to Protect Shipping, Roads and Railways. Mohammad Shahid Mia, president of organisation and its general secretary Ashis Kumar Dey on Sunday published the summary of the report through a press release. 90 lakh Eid holidaymakers to leave Dhaka by road: SCRF The National Committee has recommended raising the number of vessels in alternative way by the government to handle the pressure of additional passengers and ensure hassle-free and safe Eid journey. The report said about 1.5 crore people will leave Dhaka, Gazipur and Narayanganj during Eid-ul-Azha. Among them, 30 lakh (20 percent of the total passengers) will go by launch during this Eid. Most of these passengers are from the coastal districts of Barisal, Pirojpur, Jhalkathi, Barguna, Bhola, Patuakhali, Chandpur, Shariatpur and Madaripur, it said. Eid-ul-Azha 2023: 1,76,690 sacrificial animals ready in Chapainawabganj According to the report, the rush of home-bound people will start from June 22, the last working day of the previous week of Eid-ul-Azha. All waterway passengers from greater Dhaka region will go home in 7 days from 22 to 26 June (the day before Eid). However, about 15 percent (4.50 lakh) people, including students and housewives, will leave Dhaka before the start of the Eid journey. At least 25.50 lakh passengers will go to their destination by waterways from June 22 to June 28. Out of this, 22.85 will be start journey from Sadarghat terminal, the report said. Referring to the crisis of navigability, the report said that there are 41 waterways officially from Dhaka to various destinations. However, at least 15 waterways have apparently already been abandoned due to navigability crisis and lack of passengers. Citing the shortage of vessels, the national committee said that maximum 70 launches regularly operate on the remaining 26 waterways. This number will increase to around 180 before Eid. Out of this, 90 vessels will depart from Sadarghat for various destinations and 90 will arrive from different places. Ferrying of non-perishable goods to remain suspended for 7 days during Eid: Khalid The civic organisation also said, if 3.27 lakh passengers are carried in 90 launches every day, one launch will carry almost 3,642 passengers on an average. But none of the launches has capacity to carry more than 2,000 people. Even many launches have capacity of carrying less than 1,000. In addition, in three days before Eid, the crowd will increase one and a half times more. Many launches carry double to triple passengers beyond the capacity to handle the pressure. As a result, additional passengers will be carried on roof and deck, the report said. The organization stressed the need for taking appropriate measures by the authorities concerned to reduce the risks of waterway accidents and public sufferings. It urged the authorities concerned including the law enforcement agencies to ensure maximum surveillance and tight security on the waterways and the terminals.

With the Eid holidays approaching, many holidaymakers are looking for affordable and exciting travel destinations abroad. Fortunately, there are numerous options available that offer unique experiences without breaking the bank. There is something for everyone, from stunning beaches to ancient architecture and rich cultural heritage. Let’s explore some of the best and most affordable travel destinations for Bangladeshi Eid holidaymakers. 10 affordable international travel destinations for Eid holidaymakers from Bangladesh During the long holiday of Eid, a considerable number of individuals opt to travel overseas. Airlines and tour companies provide diverse offers to entice travelers during this festive season. Here are some of the most affordable yet nicest destinations to explore during the Eid holiday. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Malaysia is a treasure trove of attractions that tourists would not want to miss. Depending on the date, a one-way air ticket starts from Tk 33,000, and depending on the area, the hotel price starts from Tk 5000 per night for two people. However, if you go with a tour package through different agencies, the price will be quite low. Read More: How to Obtain an International Automobile Driving License from Bangladesh? The country consists of a rich historical, cultural, and natural heritage that is simply breathtaking. The capital city of Kuala Lumpur alone is home to numerous architectural landmarks and historical sites that are worth exploring.

Thirty Eid holidaymakers were injured after their bus overturned and fell into a roadside ditch in Sylhet's Golapganj upazila Friday, police said. The accident occurred on Sylhet-Zakiganj-Beanibazar Road in Phulbari union around 6.30pm. "The bus was travelling with 30 passengers on board from Sylhet to Zakiganj when the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to the accident. Locals rescued the passengers and rushed them to the upazila health complex and Sylhet Osmani Medical College Hospital, " said Haroon Aur Rashid, officer-in-charge of Golapganj Police Station. Read: Holidaymakers suffer in 30km tailback on Dhaka-Tangail highway "Efforts are on to nab the bus driver who fled after the accident," the officer said. Road accidents are common in Bangladesh. At least 2,329 people, including 291 women and 381 children, were killed and 4,361 others injured in 2,159 road accidents across the country in the first half of the current year, says a new report by the Road Safety Foundation. The road accidents took place on highways, national, inter-district and regional roads between January 1 and June 30 across the country.  

Eid holidaymakers have been suffering since Saturday morning to cross the Padma River as a 10-kilometer long tailback was created on Dhaka-Khulna highway and regional road adjacent to Daulatdia ferry terminal. Hundreds of Dhaka-bound passengers thronged the ferry terminal after celebrating Eid with dear and near ones in the village home. But due to a shortage of ferries and rush of Dhaka-bound  passenger, a long traffic jam was created on the highway and regional road connected to the ferry ghat. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded on the road and  people had to wait for five to seven hours in Goalanda for crossing the river. BIWTC officials said the tailback was created near Daulatdia ferry terminal due to huge number of private cars as people were returning to Dhaka to join the office on Sunday. The authorities are trying to reduce the traffic gridlock  but nothing works properly due to the extra pressure of vehicles. Also read: Return rush at Paturia ferry terminal Rafiqul Islam, a job holder of a private company in Dhaka said, he along with his family celebrated Eid in his village home in Faridpur. The vehicle distance between his home and Daulatdia ghat is only 40 minutes. He started the journey in the morning and remained stuck in traffic jam for seven hours. Many people were seen going to the ferry terminal on foot as they wanted to avoid long traffic jam on the Dhaka-Khulna highway. Garment worker Parul said, “After Eid vacation, my office will reopen tomorrow (Sunday). But I am stranded on the road near the ferry ghat for hours. Probably, I will not get enough time for taking rest before starting the office tomorrow morning." Also read: Ferry services resume on Paturia-Daulatdia route after 4 hours Daulatdia ghat police station officer-in-charge Swapan Kumar Majumder said an additional 200 police members have been deployed at the ghat. They are patrolling at various points of the highway and are working to reduce  traffic jams, he said.

A 40-kilometer tailback was created on Dhaka-Aricha highway on Friday, causing huge sufferings and anxiety to Eid holidaymakers and Dhaka-bound cattle traders.