Launch, speedboat services resume on Shimulia-Majirkandi route after 2 months
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Launch and speedboat services have resumed on the Shimulia-Majhikandi route after a suspension of two months following the inauguration of the Padma Bridge.
Initially, some 30 launches and around 30-40 speedboats will operate on this route from Thursday morning (25 August).
The Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) move aims to alleviate the suffering of short-distance passengers, preserve the ghat-based businesses, and ensure revenue collection.
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Local bus, speedboat, launch owners and workers have welcomed the decision.
The Shimulia-Majhirkandi river route became practically non-operational when Padma Bridge was opened for traffic on 26 June.
