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Railway ticket touts arrested


Published : 08 Apr 2024 10:13 PM

Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), in coordination with Bangladesh Railway authorities, has arrested individuals engaged in the black marketing of train tickets ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Commander Khandaker Al Moin, Director of the Legal and Media Wing at RAB headquarters, told this at a press briefing at Kamalapur Railway Station in the capital on Monday.

Following directives from the Prime Minister to enhance security measures for the home-bound passengers for their safe travel ahead of Eid, the action has been taken.Commander Moin elaborated on the initiatives taken to curb the black marketing of train tickets, noting the effectiveness of selling 100 per cent of tickets through apps in reducing such illegal activities.

He said a determined group exploited the system. RAB-3 took swift action and detained the individuals and brought to justice.

The RAB Commander also emphasised the comprehensive security measures in place, with RAB and other forces deployed to safeguard passengers during their Eid journeys.

He reassured the public that there are no specific threats related to the Eid celebrations but urged passengers to travel safely and avoid unnecessary risks.