03 May 2024 | 12:30 PM UTC
Bangladesh: Rail service disruptions occurring in northern areas late May 3 following train collision at Gazipur's Joydebpur Junction station
Rail disruptions reported in Dhaka and nearby areas, Bangladesh, late May 3 after train collision occurred at Gazipur's Joydebpur Junction.
Rail service disruptions are occurring in Dhaka and several northwestern regions late May 3 following a train collision at Gazipur's Joydebpur Junction station. Reports suggest the incident occurred at around 10:50 when a Tangail commuter train collided with a Rangpur-bound freight train carrying petroleum products. The event has left at least seven people injured. The cause of the incident remains immediately unclear.
Heightened security and associated localized rail service and ground transport disruptions are likely over the coming hours. Residual disruptions are possible. Related protests could materialize in response to the incident.
Avoid the incident site until authorities issue the all-clear. As a precaution, avoid any demonstration that materializes. Confirm the status of rail services in advance through at least the morning of May 4. Plan accordingly for potential localized ground transport disruptions. Heed all official transport and security disruptions.
