DSCC drive against battery-run rickshaws, vans from Oct 5

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04 October, 2020, 03:20 pm
Last modified: 04 October, 2020, 06:23 pm
Two executive magistrates have already been appointed to conduct the drive
Legal actions to be taken if any motorised, machine-driven, engine driven, or battery-run rickshaws found on the roads of DSCC area; Photo: Mumit M/TBS

Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC) Mayor Barrister Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh has asked the officials concerned to conduct mobile courts against battery-powered rickshaws and vans from October 5.

He gave the instruction during a meeting at Nagar Bhaban on Sunday.

Regarding the drive, DSCC Chief Estate Officer Rasel Sabrin said the mayor had directed a drive to be conducted against illegally-mechanised rickshaws and vans – to bring discipline to the roads.

"Two executive magistrates have already been appointed to conduct the drive, and it will continue until further notice," he added.

"During the drive, the illegally-modified rickshaws and vans will be dumped and fined. These motorised vehicles often lead to accidents," Rasel said.

On 13 September, DSCC started the registration and renewal process of: rickshaws, vans, wheelbarrows, tow carts, and horse carts.

Then the DSCC mayor announced a ban on battery-powered rickshaws and vans. He warned that legal action would be taken if mechanised rickshaws or vehicles were found on the roads.

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