Authorities have launched a campaign against the illegal operation of battery-run autorickshaws and unauthorised battery-charging establishments in Dhaka-13 following complaints from local residents.
The campaign was launched on Monday on the instructions of State Minister for Primary and Mass Education and Dhaka-13 MP Bobby Hajjaj, according to a press release issued by the ministry.
The press release said residents raised complaints about traffic congestion and the unrestricted movement of battery-run autorickshaws at a town hall meeting in the constituency on Saturday.
Taking the matter seriously, Bobby Hajjaj instructed the relevant authorities to take immediate action.
The campaign began on Sunday, during which authorities took action against a number of battery-run autorickshaws and removed equipment and electrical connections used for unauthorised battery charging.
The initiative aims to restore order on the roads and ensure smoother movement of people in the area, the press release said.
Bobby Hajjaj said the town hall meeting was not merely a platform for hearing complaints but also an effective way to identify citizens’ problems and provide quick solutions.
“We have immediately instructed the relevant authorities to address the issues raised by residents,” he said.
He said necessary measures would continue to ensure normal and smooth movement in Dhaka-13.
The state minister also said coordination between the administration and relevant organisations would be strengthened to address residents’ concerns.
“Work is underway to make Dhaka-13 a more liveable and people-friendly area by giving importance to citizens’ complaints and suggestions,” he said.
Local residents expressed satisfaction with the swift action following their complaints at the town hall meeting, according to the press release.
