Footbridge needed near Prantik Gate of JU

Dhaka-Aricha highway is one of the busiest roads of the country which is used by all the vehicles that come to Dhaka from the south-western part of the country. Jahangirnagar University, located at Savar just beside this highway, has two main gates: one is known as Dairy Gate (opposite a dairy farm) while the other as Prantik Gate. A footbridge was constructed in front of the Dairy Gate years ago, after several fatal road accidents occurred at that point which claimed many lives. But there is no footbridge in front of the Prantik Gate, an equally dangerous spot. Students are facing difficulties while crossing the road at Prantik Gate point. Serious threatening accidents can take place here any time. We urge the authorities to build a footbridge near Prantik Gate to ensure safe road crossing for the students and staff of the university.