Dhaka is returning to normalcy after a long Eid-ul-Fitr holiday with the reopening of most offices and educational institutions in the capital.
On Sunday morning, students and office-goers were seen waiting for buses or rickshaws on several roads in Dhaka.
Vehicle movement increased on several roads, including in the Mogbazar, Hatirjheel, and Malibagh areas, but there were no reports of heavy traffic congestion. However, some commuters in Uttara, Banani, and Rampura had to brave long tailbacks to reach their destinations.
A college teacher, Shohag, told Bangla Tribune that he was able to reach his workplace at Mohammadpur without having to sit in traffic for hours. “Dhaka’s traffic problems still haven’t started yet.”
Qayyum, a driver of Projapoti Paribahan, said the number of passengers increased on Sunday morning compared to last week, but buses were still not operating at full capacity. “We had to operate our buses with some vacant seats. I think people are still enjoying their Eid holidays.”
He added that bus operators expect more passengers after three to four days, when offices start in full swing.
Amal Sarkar, who works for a private company in Dhaka, said: “Since the roads are not crowded yet, it feels like the holidays have not ended yet. Vehicle movement will probably increase in three to four days.”
Deputy Commissioner of Tejgaon Traffic Division Masud Al Shahed told Bangla Tribune that there were no major traffic jams in Dhaka on Sunday, and vehicles were moving freely.
Meanwhile, many are still returning to the capital after celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr holidays in their hometowns. Rail stations, launch, and bus terminals were still packed with people heading for the capital.
