Dhaka Metropolitan Police commissioner Md Mainul Hasan sought cooperation from the transport sector to ease traffic congestion in the capital鈥檚 metropolitan areas.
He addressed bus owners at a meeting aimed at improving public transport management and order at DMP headquarters Saturday morning.
DMP additional deputy commissioner (media) Jahangir Kabir, in a media release, said that the traffic division of DMP filed 303 cases and imposed fines totalling Tk 12.14 lakh during recent operations against traffic rule violators on Friday.
Additionally, 32 vehicles were impounded, and 15 others were towed. DMP鈥檚 drives would continue to enforce traffic regulations in Dhaka metropolitan area, he added
In his remarks, the DMP chief reflected on his appointment following the August 5 student uprising, noting the ensuing mismanagement in public transport. 鈥業n a short time, we restored order and are committed to maintaining it.鈥�
He urged bus owners to prioritise traffic safety by avoiding practices such as operating unfit vehicles, stopping in the middle of the road to pick up or drop off passengers, and random parking.
He emphasised the need for drivers and bus staff to be more vigilant and accountable.
鈥業f we all work together sincerely, we can keep traffic congestion in the city manageable. DMP is ready to assist in any urgent matters,鈥� he added.聽
The meeting ended with a call for greater cooperation from bus owners and plans to hold awareness sessions for bus workers to enhance their understanding of traffic regulations.
DMP additional police commissioner (admin) Faruk Ahmed, additional commissioner of police (traffic) Khondkar Nazmul Hasan, joint commissioners, police officers of various ranks of traffic department, bus owners and representatives were also present.
