The metro rail has emerged as more than just a mode of transportation — it is a respite. During Ramadan, when the city seems to pulse with a heightened sense of urgency, the metro offers a calm, efficient path through it all. Its ability to bypass the notorious traffic jams means that people can ensure timely arrivals at work and, more importantly, at the family’s dinner table for iftar.

The number of buses operating in Dhaka is relatively low today, compared to other days, amid fears of violence, causing sufferings to the city residents since morning.

There is no end to the hassle faced by commuters while travelling by buses in Dhaka city. Talking to Star Live, passengers and bus owners reveal the problems faced by them and why bus services in the capital are not improving despite a crying need for enhancement in this sector.