Dhaka, March 24 -- With Eid-ul-Fitr approaching, authorities have taken preparations to ensure a smooth journey for holidaymakers at Paturia and Aricha ferry terminals, key transit points to the southern districts and crucial waterways to northern Bangladesh.

Abdus Salam, Additional General Manager (AGM) of the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Corporation (BIWTC) said to ensure smooth and safe transport of passengers and vehicles 17 ferries will operate on Paturia-Daulatdia route and 6 ferries (both large and small) on the Aricha-Kazirhat route.

Besides, 600 police officers, both in uniform and plainclothes, will be stationed across the 36-kilometre road in Manikganj as well as on the Aricha and Paturia waterways, reports UNB.

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