On July 30, 2026, at 8:00 PM, a speeding passenger bus lost control at the Karnaphuli Tunnel intersection near Chatari Choumuhani Bazar in Anwara, Chattogram. It struck a tea shop and several vehicles, including six CNG-run auto-rickshaws and a battery-run rickshaw, resulting in the death of two women and injuring at least 30 people.
| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ifa Sheel | 40 · Female | Dead | — |
| Poli Dutta | 35 · Female | Dead | — |
District or Upazila level government authorities
Local people and rescuers transported the victims to Anwara Upazila Health Complex.
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Police seized the bus and initiated legal proceedings.
Other response agencies
Victims were treated at Anwara Upazila Health Complex and referred to Chattogram Medical College Hospital.