In Mohakhali A Passenger Bus was Set on Fire

An ordinary Saturday night commute turned alarming for passengers in Dhaka’s Mohakhali area when unidentified individuals set fire to a moving bus. The incident, which took place at around 9:30pm near Khaja Tower, ended without casualties—largely due to the quick actions of the driver and the prompt response of police.

The bus had departed from the Amtoli side of Mohakhali and was en route to Titumir College. Passengers later recounted that the journey had been uneventful until flames suddenly appeared near the rear side of the vehicle. Panicked but alert, the driver brought the bus to an abrupt stop and ushered everyone to safety.

Banani Police Station’s officer-in-charge, Md Rasel Saroar, confirmed that the fire was extinguished swiftly. “The situation is under control. The bus has been moved to the station for further assessment. No one was hurt, though the incident could easily have escalated,” he said, adding that legal procedures have begun.

For many locals, however, the shock remains. Mohakhali is a densely populated transit hub, and any act of arson—no matter how contained—poses serious risks. Regular commuters voiced worries about travelling after dark, noting that recent weeks have seen a rise in similar sabotage attempts in different parts of the capital.

Security observers point out that the incident highlights the vulnerability of public transport during periods of political or social unrest. Investigators are now working through CCTV footage and eyewitness statements to determine whether the attack was linked to broader tensions or carried out by opportunistic vandals.

As the investigation continues, police have pledged to strengthen night-time patrols and increase surveillance along major roads. Though no lives were lost, the event has renewed calls for improved safety measures and stricter monitoring of high-traffic routes across Dhaka.