When people come back to cities, such as Dhaka, every year, just after the Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, millions of individuals become a part of the traffic mayhem. The highways are congested, the buses are full, and the traveling time has increased more than two or even three times.
Why is traffic so bad after Eid?
The most important cause is the mass movement back of the population to the large cities after Eid triggers of the people spending the time with their family in the rural regions. The return journey is shorter as opposed to pre-Eid travel since the majority of people come back within a small timeframe.
This causes traffic jams in the main highways, particularly ones linking Dhaka with Chattogram, Sylhet with the northern districts.
Travel at the Right Time
Timing is one of the easiest methods of avoiding traffic. Going out really early in the morning, before the sun rises, can assist you in avoiding a long line. During these times the roads are normally clear.
Instead, with the time to spare money, 2-3 days following the major return wave will save much on time of travel. The bulk of the rush offloading is made after the morning rush.
Select the appropriate means of transport
Not every possible mode of transport is equally influenced. Recurrently, trains will be less unpredictable than buses but tickets can be difficult to get.
Long routes are better served on flights which are also the cheapest during low seasons though they may be costly during rush hours. When you are commuting to a work place, prepare your car and consider delays.
Alternate Routes
Highways are generally the busiest during the post Eid period. The stress on major traffic jams can be overcome by using alternative routes or roads that are not well traveled.
GPS applications might also be effective in determining the traffic situation on the road and offering faster routes particularly when driving.
Avoid Peak Return Days
Friday is usually the worst day for traffic since it is a day right after Eid and also the weekend. These are the days when it is better to avoid traveling, in case you have time available.
Simply changing your trip by a day can result in a significant change in the amount of time you will spend on your trip.
Stay Prepared for Delays
Delays can never be avoided even with the best planning. Always carry basic things such as water, food and power banks to keep you relaxed on extended journeys.
Flexibility of the mind also contributes to less stress which will happen when you are caught up in unforeseen traffic jams.
Final Thoughts
The post-Eid traveling in Bangladesh does not necessarily become a stressful factor. Even by simply selecting the appropriate time, the route to follow and the means of transport, you will be able to bypass the worst of the traffic and you will reach your destination much more comfortably.
Little planning would allow you to make a trip that might be tedious, a much easier and manageable one.
FAQs
1. What is the worst time of the traffic following Eid in Bangladesh?
Normally on the day before and after Eid, i.e. the first 1-2 days.
2. When is the right time to travel when it comes after Eid?
Before the rush or several days later than before.
3. Is there an alternative way of overcoming traffic, through alternative routes?
Yes, road ways that are not full of traffic can save time.
4. Would I delay going back to Dhaka?
Yes, there is that possibility, on the one hand, it will prevent the congestion at peak times.
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