Manikganj accident
The tragic accident at Uthali, near Manikganj, where two top bureaucrats were killed vividly exposes our inefficient road safety system. Even the prime minister expressed her strong resentment. But result? In the following weeks casualty on road became higher. In reality other than expressing anger no positive step is taken to curb the killings. Police commissioner has issued some directives which only increased confusion and anomalies on the road.
About the particular accident two or three points need careful examination. 1. It appears from the TV footage that the Pajero jeep that carried the bureaucrats was an unregistered vehicle. Plying of unregistered vehicle is illegal. How the transport pool sent an unregistered vehicle for such a long journey? 2. The short route to Tungipara, Gopalganj from Dhaka is via Mawa. The road is also in very good condition. When VIPs move special ferries are arranged. Why the driver chose the route via Aricha is also a question. In official travel shortest possible route is mandatory.
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