Dhaka, Jan. 28 -- The government has launched Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation (BRTC) bus services on essential railway routes to ensure passenger transportation. This announcement was made in a press release from the Ministry of Railways on Tuesday, highlighting efforts to maintain travel options for commuters during the disruptions.
Train operations have been halted nationwide since early Tuesday after Bangladesh Railway's operating crew began an indefinite strike, demanding special post-retirement benefits.
As an alternative to trains, BRTC bus services have been introduced on important railway routes for passenger transportation.
Passengers travelling to Chattogram, Rajshahi, Sylhet, Khulna, Cumilla, Bogura, and Mymensingh from ...