A serious road accident occurred on Saturday morning at approximately 10:30 AM on the Chattogram–Cox’s Bazar Highway in the Bagichahat area of Chandanaish Upazila, leaving a bus driver and his assistant injured. The collision involved a passenger bus operated by Eagle Transport and a pickup van, resulting in significant damage to the front of the bus and the overturning of the van.
According to police sources and eyewitness accounts, the bus was travelling from Chattogram towards Cox’s Bazar when the crash occurred. Fortunately, none of the passengers sustained serious injuries, a situation attributed to the swift response of local residents and emergency services present at the scene.
The injured bus driver and his assistant were promptly admitted to a nearby private medical centre, where they remain under medical care. Eyewitnesses reported that the bus was moving at a relatively high speed at the time of impact. Rapid intervention by both locals and emergency personnel prevented the incident from escalating into a more severe casualty.
Officer-in-Charge Salah Uddin Chowdhury of the Dohazari Highway Police Station confirmed that both vehicles involved in the accident have been secured for investigation. “A comprehensive inquiry has been launched to determine the precise cause of the collision,” he stated. He further noted that excessive speed and high traffic density on the Chattogram–Cox’s Bazar Highway often contribute to similar accidents.
Local residents have expressed concern over the hazardous conditions in Bagichahat and surrounding areas. Increased vehicular and pedestrian activity, particularly around densely populated commercial zones, elevates the risk of road accidents. The absence of adequate traffic signs and control mechanisms in several parts of the highway further compromises safety. Authorities have urged both drivers and pedestrians to exercise extra caution, particularly near schools, colleges, and busy marketplaces.
Accident Summary
| Location | Time | Vehicles Involved | Injured Persons | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bagichahat, Chandanaish | 10:30 AM | Passenger bus, Pickup van | 2 (driver & assistant) | Minor, under treatment |
Residents are hopeful that police and transport authorities will enforce stricter traffic regulations and implement improved road safety measures. The Chandanaish accident has highlighted the urgent need for enhanced traffic management, monitoring, and infrastructure upgrades to prevent future incidents. Authorities have pledged increased supervision and law enforcement aimed at averting more severe accidents on the highway.
The incident has also raised awareness about the dangers posed by high-speed vehicles and inadequate road infrastructure, reinforcing the necessity for immediate and effective action to ensure safe travel on this vital route.