Early on Saturday morning, a head-on collision between two passenger buses on the Dhaka–Sylhet Highway in Osmani Nagar Upazila, Sylhet, claimed the lives of two individuals and left at least twelve others injured. The accident occurred around 7:00 a.m. near the Dayamir Madrasa area, causing significant disruption to traffic and panic among commuters.
According to police reports and eyewitness accounts, a Dhaka-bound bus operated by Ena Transport (registration: Dhaka Metro-B-12-3560) collided head-on with a Sylhet-bound Shyamoli Transport bus (registration: Dhaka Metro-B-24286). Witnesses suggested that both drivers may have lost control, resulting in a powerful and direct impact.
Local residents, aided by personnel from the Tajpur Fire Service and Osmani Nagar Police Station, rushed to the scene to assist the victims. The injured were swiftly transported to Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College Hospital, where medical staff confirmed that several were in critical condition and receiving intensive care in the ICU.
Identified Fatalities:
| Name | Age | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Md. Mozibur Rahman | 55 | Dashai Howlader, Naria Upazila, Shariatpur |
| Bakul Ravidass | 26 | Kopon Khalpar Village, Osmani Nagar, Sylhet |
Preliminary List of Injured:
| Name | Age | District/Upazila | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mushahid | 35 | Jalalabad, Sylhet | Son of Robi Mia |
| Almin | 34 | Jamalganj, Sunamganj | – |
| Faruk | 38 | Belab, Narsingdi | – |
| Mehedi Hasan | – | Belab, Narsingdi | – |
| Unknown | 8 | Various areas | – |
Osmani Nagar Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Murshedul Alam Bhuiya stated that a formal investigation into the collision has commenced, and treatment for the injured continues. He added that additional safety measures and stricter traffic management would be enforced along hazardous stretches of the highway.
Local authorities and community members have expressed deep condolences over the tragedy, calling for urgent action to strengthen road safety. Experts have identified poor road conditions and excessive speed as key contributing factors. Traffic safety specialists emphasise the necessity of strict adherence to bus operation regulations, expanded traffic checkpoints, and the installation of precautionary signage in accident-prone zones.
This collision serves as a stark reminder of the persistent risks on major highways and underscores the urgent need for proactive measures to prevent further loss of life.