Dhaka Metro Rail
On April 21, 2024, Professor Anu Muhammad, a prominent economist and member secretary of the National Committee to Protect Oil, Gas, Mineral Resources, Power, and Ports, sustained serious injuries while disembarking from a train at Khilgaon rail gate in Dhaka.
The accident occurred around 11:00 am as he was returning to Dhaka from Phulbari in Dinajpur. While attempting to alight from the slowly moving train, he slipped, resulting in his legs going under the train wheels.
He was immediately taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) for treatment. Medical examinations revealed that all five toes of his left foot were severed, and the big toe of his right foot was also damaged.
This incident highlights the potential dangers associated with boarding or alighting from moving trains, underscoring the importance of strict adherence to railway safety protocols to prevent such accidents. … Continue readingDhaka Metro Rail