Dhaka’s women-only Pink Bus fails to solve public transport safety; upgrading the general bus network remains essential.

Address Dhaka public transport harassment by launching the women-only Pink Bus service. Female drivers and helpers face online sexist mockery, highlighting deep misogyny while creating safer, comfortable commuting spaces for Bangladeshi women.

Fifteen women drivers and 24 conductors are set to begin operating BRTC’s newly launched women-only “Pink Bus” service today, starting their professional journey on roads in Dhaka and adjoining areas.

Dhaka and Delhi must move beyond superficial pink buses to ensure genuinely safe public transport for women.

The new BRTC service offers an opportunity to promote breast cancer awareness throughout the year

Women drivers, conductors to operate buses from tomorrow

Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) is set to launch a women-only “Pink Bus” service today, with 10 buses operating on 10 routes in Dhaka and adjoining areas.

To be launched Tuesday in Tejgaon

The new pink bus service in Dhaka aims to bring order to chaotic roads with ticketing and designated stops. While some commuters are hopeful, others remain sceptical, fearing it won’t solve traffic issues or curb chaotic behaviour.