Dhaka, Oct. 1 -- Life in Khagrachhari began returning to normal on Wednesday after a four-day disruption, following the suspension of a road blockade until October 5.

Although long-distance transport services have not fully resumed, a few vehicles left the district on Wednesday morning. Passenger numbers increased at bus counters, and limited traffic was seen in the town and surrounding areas.

Business establishments, including shops, also reopened after being closed for four days, UNB reports.

The indefinite blockade had been enforced by a group called 'Jumma Chhatra-Janata' in protest against the alleged rape of a schoolgirl.

On Tuesday night, the group announced on its Facebook page that the blockade would be suspended in respect o...