Traffic

The incident led to a tailback stretching around 8km, severely disrupting travel for Dhaka-bound passengers and drivers

Traffic began to move through the area around 12:30pm after a 2-hour blockade eased following discussions between police and protesters

Police have restored order and sent the students back to their respective campuses

The Dhaka University administration announces the suspension of classes and examinations on Monday

Transport officials anticipate congestion on the Dhaka-North Bengal and Dhaka-Chattogram highways during these two days

More than 39,000 vehicles cross the bridge in 24 hours

Transport workers also warn of possible traffic delays at six points along the Munshiganj section of the Dhaka-Chattogram Highway

Nearly 300 troops of the Cumilla-based 33rd Infantry Division have been deployed to prevent traffic congestion