Despite repeated government deadlines and promises, unsafe and unfit buses continue to dominate Bangladesh’s roads, turning daily commuting into a risky experience.
According to data from the BRTA, out of more than 86,Thousand buses and minibuses nationwide, over 41,Thousand are operating without updated fitness certificates as of February.
In Dhaka, nearly 30% of registered public transport vehicles are past their legal lifespan, raising serious safety concerns.
Transport experts blame weak monitoring systems, while authorities admit that lack of dumping facilities for seized vehicles is hampering enforcement efforts.
Meanwhile, bus owners argue that an immediate removal of old vehicles could trigger a transport crisis.