Prime Minister’s Daughter Urges New Approach to Road Safety
Zaima Rahman, daughter of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, recently took a driving test in Bangladesh. This experience led her to share important thoughts about the country’s roads and traffic laws. She posted her detailed observations on her verified Facebook page on Wednesday evening.
Ms. Rahman highlighted issues like road safety, existing problems, and confusing rules. She said that if Bangladesh truly wants change, people must rethink how they approach these challenges. Her long post offered a deep look into the daily realities of road use.
Ms. Rahman compared her recent driving test in Bangladesh with a similar test she took in London. While testing in Bangladesh, she did not just focus on passing or getting a license. Instead, she thought about the full experience of using the roads. She also considered how the current legal systems manage traffic and drivers.
As a pedestrian, Ms. Rahman noted several difficulties. She described the challenge of crossing busy roads where safe pedestrian crossings are often missing. Footpaths were frequently blocked. This often forced people to walk on the main road. She also saw many buses, motorcycles, rickshaws, and private cars breaking traffic rules. This added to the general disorder on the streets.
Her post detailed the different situations people face as both a passenger and a driver. Ms. Rahman firmly stated that road safety is not only about vehicles, licenses, or penalties for breaking rules. She emphasized that the issue of safety must center around the people who travel the roads daily. This includes all users: pedestrians, drivers, and passengers.
Ms. Rahman concluded her message with a strong call for action. She stressed the importance of rethinking current approaches to road safety. This fundamental shift in thinking is essential to make Bangladesh’s roads safer and more orderly for everyone who uses them.
