Road accident trends in Dhaka (2020-2026): 1,849 Accidents and 1,384 Deaths

A report by the Road Safety Foundation covering January 2020 to July 2026 indicates 1,849 road accidents occurred in Dhaka, resulting in 1,384 deaths and 2,488 injuries. Key factors contributing to these incidents include the lack of bypass roads, traffic congestion, and infrastructure issues. Pedestrians and motorcycle users are the most vulnerable groups, with major accident hotspots identified in Jatrabari, Demra, Mohammadpur, Kuril, and the Airport area.