Four pairs of new commuter trains have been launched on the Dhaka-Joydebpur-Dhaka railway route, aiming to improve communication between the capital and Gazipur.
Transport Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan officially inaugurated the service at Joydebpur Railway Junction around 7 am on Sunday, reports UNB.
During the inauguration ceremony, he paid tribute to the martyrs of the anti-discrimination movement and emphasised the government's commitment to enhancing the communication system, particularly for the people of Gazipur.
The adviser also revealed plans to launch commuter train services between Dhaka and Narsingdi, as well as Dhaka and Narayanganj in the future.
The new commuter trains are Turag Commuter-1, Turag Commuter-2, Turag Commuter-3, Turag Commuter-4, Joydebpur Commuter-1, Joydebpur Commuter-2, Joydebpur Commuter-3, and Joydebpur Commuter-4.
The trains will stop at Dhaka Airport, Tejgaon, Banani, Tongi, and Dhirashram stations.
The Turag commuter service will remain closed on Fridays, while the Joydebpur commuter will not run on Saturdays.
Passengers can travel from Gazipur to Kamalapur for a fare of just Tk 20.
The new trains will make travel easier for daily commuters, including students and workers.
The new train service launch has been welcomed by the residents of Gazipur, who are excited about the improved connectivity.
However, there are calls for additional services to accommodate the growing number of passengers in the area.
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