Dhaka rickshaw drivers rally Seizures and fees disputed

Oct 5

The anchor reports thousands of battery-powered rickshaw drivers protesting outside Dhaka's National Press Club on Monday and blocking a road over alleged police harassment, vehicle seizures and impound fees of 2,000–3,000 taka. They demand access to all roads and restoration of disconnected charging facilities, warning of further agitation if demands are not met. Allegations and demands remain attributed to the drivers; no settlement or policy reversal is reported.

Thousands of battery-powered rickshaw drivers protest and block a road outside Dhaka's National Press Club on October 5, according to DD India. They allege police harassment, vehicle seizures and 2,000–3,000-taka impound fees, demand access to all roads and restoration of charging facilities, and warn of further agitation. No settlement or policy change is reported.