September 19, 2026

A graveyard for battery-powered rickshaws

A vast swathe on the northern side of the Postogola Bridge in Dhaka has become a dumping ground for vehicles seized by traffic police. Battery-powered rickshaws make up the overwhelming majority. Seized for various traffic violations, including operating illegally on major roads, many of these vehicles remain there for months, gradually deteriorating.

bdnews24.com

Published : 12 Jan 2026, 12:25 AM

Updated : 21 Aug 2026, 06:15 PM