road safety

National road safety day / Deaths in crashes rising as roads remain unsafe

As of September this year, road crashes and fatalities have seen a year-on-year increase of more than 10 percent, according to government data.

#Perspective / Is every step a risk? Addressing Dhaka’s road safety crisis

In Dhaka, the symphony of traffic never ceases — rickshaws, buses, and crowds push forward in a relentless tide of movement. Amid this everyday hustle, the city’s roads present a dangerous paradox: they are both lifelines and lethal threats.

Navigating Dhaka’s streets, now with less anxiety! Women’s Shuttle to the rescue

In a city like Dhaka, women often face added difficulties when it comes to finding safe and reliable transportation. For many, commuting daily in the city can feel like navigating a minefield! Moving around is always an ordeal for a large portion of the population.

Must commuters risk their lives every Eid?

The government must take effective actions to prevent road crashes

Don’t allow unfit vehicles on roads

Amid rising road crashes, the Police Headquarters has instructed all its field-level units not to allow any vehicles without fitness clearances to operate.

The constant terror of road crashes

Will we ever see an end to this menace?

Government's fatal apathy towards road safety

What’s most appalling is how common these violations of crucial road safety measures are in our country

How to lower road travel speed and save lives

Managing travel speeds on the roads of Asia and the Pacific will save lives and avoid costly, often debilitating, injuries.

September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023

Road safety barely an afterthought

The transport sector in Bangladesh is plagued by irregularities, lawlessness, unreasonable fares, and passenger distress

August 12, 2023
August 12, 2023

How to reclaim flyovers as people-centric ‘green’ infrastructure

Characterised by a culture of ad hocism, these valuable urban lands below elevated road infrastructures rarely reach their full potential.

July 24, 2023
July 24, 2023

News Analysis: Road safety a pipe dream?

Every time there is a major road accident, some issues inevitably come to the fore: either the vehicles involved do not have the required documents or the drivers are without valid licences or both.

July 23, 2023
July 23, 2023

The undelivered promise of road safety

Govt attitude must change for such tragedies to end

July 23, 2023
July 23, 2023

Road Accidents: Casualties keep mounting for indiscipline

Indiscipline continues to reign supreme on the roads, taking a heavy toll on lives and properties, as the government’s steps to address the malaise remain perfunctory, experts said.

June 27, 2023
June 27, 2023

Rural Road Safety Awareness Campaign: Practice changes among students in using roads

The campaign aims to make students aware of using roads to reduce road fatalities.

April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023

Have a safe and joyous Eid

Eid comes at trying times but together we can forge ahead

March 21, 2023
March 21, 2023

Who is to blame for unsafe roads?

Our policymakers’ apathy is the real problem

March 21, 2023
March 21, 2023

Vehicle fitness: A mockery at the cost of life and limb

Most vehicles involved in recent major and sensational road crashes did not have the required documents, including valid fitness certificates, or their drivers were without a valid licence.

February 4, 2023
February 4, 2023

How long before BRTA does its part?

Rampant irregularities and corruption must be checked