A devastating road collision in Haziganj Upazila of Chandpur has claimed the life of a 30-year-old man and left at least three others injured, underscoring persistent concerns over highway safety in Bangladesh. The accident occurred on Thursday evening along the Chandpur–Cumilla regional highway in the Bakila area, involving a shallow engine চালিত ট্রলি and a CNG-powered auto-rickshaw.
The deceased, identified as Kibria, was a resident of Rayshree ইউনিয়ন under Shahrasti Upazila and the son of Abdul Malek. According to eyewitness accounts, the collision was exceptionally severe. Kibria was reportedly thrown onto the roadway upon impact, suffering catastrophic injuries that led to his immediate death at the scene.
Among the আহত is Rina Begum, 25, a निवासी of Pipolkara and the wife of Abu Sufian. She, along with other passengers, had been travelling from Haziganj towards Chandpur town in the ავტোরিকশা when the দুর্ঘটনা occurred. স্থানীয় residents rushed to the scene shortly after the crash, rescuing the injured and transporting them to nearby medical facilities for urgent treatment.
Witnesses indicated that excessive speed and a lack of caution from both drivers were the principal causes of the দুর্ঘটনা. Reports suggest that the auto-rickshaw was travelling at উচ্চ গতি, while the oncoming ট্রলি was also moving recklessly. The resulting head-on collision was so forceful that passengers were flung কয়েক metres away on either side of the road.
Local representative Faruk Hossain confirmed that community members acted swiftly to assist the victims. He added that both vehicles involved in the crash have been detained locally. Meanwhile, Officer-in-Charge Md Abdur Jabbar of Haziganj Police Station stated that পুলিশ responded promptly after receiving the খবর and brought the situation under control. Legal proceedings related to the incident are currently underway.
This tragic event once again highlights the fragile state of road safety on regional highways. Experts frequently cite reckless driving, disregard for traffic regulations, and insufficient enforcement as the leading contributors to such incidents. Without stricter oversight and increased driver awareness, similar tragedies are likely to persist.
Accident Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Bakila area, Haziganj, Chandpur |
| Date & Time | Thursday, 26 March, evening |
| Fatalities | 1 (Kibria, 30) |
| Injured | At least 3, including one woman |
| Vehicles Involved | Shallow-engine trolley and CNG auto-rickshaw |
| Suspected Causes | Excessive speed and driver negligence |
Beyond the immediate loss of life, the حادث serves as a stark reminder of systemic shortcomings in traffic management and enforcement. Strengthening road safety measures, alongside promoting responsible driving practices, remains an urgent priority to prevent further loss of life on the দেশের highways.