The National Safe Roads Day was observed in Bogura with a colourful rally and gathering organised by Nirapad Sarak Chai (NISCHA), a road safety advocacy organisation. Speakers called on drivers, passengers and pedestrians to raise awareness and follow traffic rules to prevent road accidents and loss of life.
A rally was held on Thursday under the theme “Safe Roads, a Prosperous Country— Bangladesh First.” Organised by Bogura district branch of NISCHA, Rally started from Satmatha, a central intersection in city, and paraded through major streets. Bogura Deputy Commissioner (Dc) Md Toufiqur Rahman inaugurated the programme. Gathering was chaired by Hasan Ali Alal, president of the NISCHA Bogura district branch. Additional Superintendent of Police (Traffic) Md Atowar Rahman and Additional Superintendent of Highway Police Delwar Hossain addressed the programme. Rokibul Islam Sohag, general secretary, district branch of NISCHA, moderated event.
Speakers stressed the importance of obeying traffic laws, maintaining prescribed speed limits, avoiding dangerous overtaking and behaving responsibly on the roads. They said greater public awareness could help reduce road accidents and fatalities. They also called for coordinated efforts by administration, law enforcement agencies, transport-sector stakeholders and the general public to ensure safer roads.