Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Shipping Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam has stated that bus fares across Bangladesh have not been increased, but rather “adjusted,” and said that the government has not received any formal complaints regarding the revised fare structure.
He made the remarks while speaking to journalists in the capital on Saturday, addressing recent public concerns over transportation costs.
The minister explained that the current fare revision is linked to fuel price adjustments and emphasised that if fuel prices come down in the future, bus fares will also be reduced accordingly.
He added that the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) has the authority to issue necessary notifications for fare changes, and no formal meeting is required for such adjustments.
Shaikh Rabiul Alam also clarified that fares for gas-powered buses have not been increased under the new adjustment framework.
He warned that strict action would be taken if any operators were found charging higher fares illegally.
In addition to fare-related issues, the minister addressed the growing problem of traffic congestion in urban areas.
He pointed out that the increasing number of auto-rickshaws on major roads is contributing significantly to traffic jams in cities.
He said the government is considering steps to gradually remove auto-rickshaws from major highways and busy roads. However, he acknowledged that the issue cannot be resolved overnight.
“This is a matter under discussion. We will work with all stakeholders to find a practical solution,” he added, stressing the need for coordinated efforts to improve traffic management in the long term.
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