Launch services on the Shimulia-Banglabazar route have been suspended for an indefinite period from Saturday evening due to stormy weather.
However, the ferries on the route were operating as usual, said Shafiqul Islam, assistant director-general of Bangladesh Inland and Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC).
Besides, passengers stranded at the launch terminals have been instructed to cross the ferry.
The authorities suspended the launch services from 7pm on Saturday due to the upcoming nor'wester.
Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) Assistant Director and Mawa Port Officer Shahadat Hossain said the launch services on this route will remain suspended until further notice.
Some 85 launches were operating on these routes from 6am to 8pm, but it was running till 10pm for Eid.
