Fatal Bus Accident at Daulatdia Ferry Ghat: 26 Confirmed Dead, Financial Compensation Distributed and Ongoing Investigation

On March 25, 2026, a Souhardya Paribahan passenger bus traveling from Kumarkhali, Kushtia, to Dhaka lost control due to potential brake failure and poor infrastructure, plunging into the Padma River from the 3rd pontoon at Daulatdia Ferry Ghat, Goalanda, Rajbari. The incident, involving a collision with the 'Hasna Hena' ferry, resulted in 26 deaths and affected 62 people. One person, Ripon Sheikh, was reported missing. Among the victims were a newlywed couple, Kazi Saif Ahmed Soumya and Jahura Anti. Rescue operations were conducted by the Navy, Coast Guard, Army, Police, and Fire Service. Following the incident, the Minister of Road Transport and Bridges distributed financial compensation to the victims' families, and the government announced a 2,800 crore BDT road safety project. Multiple investigation committees were formed to address negligence.