Passengers suffer as long-haul buses stay off Rajshahi roads for third dayLong-distance bus services from Chapainawabganj, Rajshahi and Natore have remained suspended for a third straight day as drivers, supervisors and helpers press for better benefits. On Saturday, no buses left or entered these districts, leaving passengers heading to Dhaka, Chattogram, Sylhet, Cox’s Bazar and other distant destinations facing severe hardship. Bus owners said they stopped long-haul services from 10pm on Thursday after workers raised fresh demands despite recent increases in wages and allowances. “We already raised wages this month. Workers stopped services twice earlier in September to press their demands, and services resumed after a settlement in Dhaka.

Source: bd News24 September 27, 2025 06:08 UTC