Dhaka, April 2 -- In just 48 hours, three separate accidents on the Chattogram-Cox's Bazar Highway in Lohagara Upazila have resulted in the deaths of 15 people and left at least 30 others injured.

Local residents, drivers, police and fire service personnel blame the steep, narrow and winding roads in the Chunati Jangalia area -- particularly dangerous for drivers unfamiliar with the terrain. The rush during the Eid holidays exacerbates the risk as many drivers from outside the district struggle to navigate the bends, leading to frequent accidents.

As accidents continue to occur, locals have demanded renovations for wider roads.

Lohagara Upazila is 75km away from Chattogram, and a three-kilometre stretch of sloped road with several shar...