Dhaka: In the wake of a general strike called by the BNP, vehicular movement in the city was somewhat reduced on Sunday (October 29). However, as the day progressed, road traffic increased. Nevertheless, there has been a noticeable decrease in the number of buses and private cars on the roads.
In the early morning, the Maghbazar area of the capital observed comparatively fewer buses and private cars on the roads. However, rickshaws and cycle rickshaws were operating normally. Commuters heading to their offices were seen using rickshaws, cycle rickshaws, and buses. Some were even seen walking to their destinations.
At the Maghbazar intersection, police were seen on duty to maintain order, but there were no reports of any political picketing. As the day advanced, shops began to open. Apart from this, school students were observed going to school. However, compared to other days, the number of people on the streets remained low.
The BNP has called for a nationwide general strike from morning until evening on Sunday. Several political and civil society groups, including the Gonotantrik Mancha and Ganadikar Parishad, have expressed their support for the BNP’s strike. On the other hand, the Jamaat-e-Islami has also called for a morning and evening strike across the country.
In response to the BNP-Jamaat’s general strike, the only launch terminal in the capital, Sadarghat, continued its regular operations throughout the day. However, due to fewer passengers, there were fewer launches in operation.
