Human chain calls for safe roads, awareness among drivers-pedestrians

Bashundhara Shuvosangho organised a human chain in Biswambharpur, Sunamganj on Thursday, to raise awareness about road safety amid almost unrelenting road accidents across the country.

The human chain was formed around 4:00pm at the Freedom Fighters’ Square in Chinakandi Bazar under Dhanpur Union.

The event was chaired by Jahangir Alam Bhuiyan, president of Bashundhara Shuvosangho Biswambharpur branch, and moderated by Shah Alam, the branch’s general secretary. Among those who spoke were village doctor Ashik Nur, businessmen Raham Ali and Robi Hossain, Chinakandi CNG Station Manager Imran Mia, and many others.

Addressing the gathering, speakers said that road accidents continue to claim numerous lives across the country every day. They pointed out that a lack of awareness, reckless driving, excessive speeding, violations of traffic regulations, and shortcomings in road management are among the major causes behind the rising number of accidents.

They also highlighted that ensuring road safety requires the combined efforts of both government authorities and social organizations.

The speakers noted that road accidents are not merely individual incidents but a broader social concern. They emphasized the importance of regular awareness campaigns, professional driver training, ensuring vehicle fitness, and restoring discipline on the roads to prevent accidents.

The human chain drew participation from local businesspeople, transport workers, members of social organizations, and people from various walks of life.