Thursday, 21st May 2026
Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 17th September 2025, 1:51 PM
A tragic road accident occurred today on the Noakhali-Dhaka road in Sonaimuri Upazila, resulting in the death of a bus driver and injuries to 20 others following a head-on collision between a bus and a truck.
The bus driver who lost his life has been identified as:
| Name | Age | Father’s Name | Residence |
| Belayet Hossain | 46 | Golam Sharowar | Kalikapur village, Chatkhil Upazila, Noakhali District |
According to Md. Mobarak Hossain Bhuiyan, Officer-in-Charge of Chandraganj Highway Police Station:“The accident occurred when a bus operated by ‘Ekushey Paribahan’ hit a stationary sand-laden truck from behind. The bus driver lost control of the steering, resulting in 21 passengers, including the driver, being injured.”
The collision caused severe injuries to several passengers and the bus driver
The injured were immediately transported to Sonaimuri Upazila Health Complex for medical treatment. The doctor on duty declared Belayet Hossain dead upon arrival.
| Key Facts | Details |
| Location | Noakhali-Dhaka road, Sonaimuri Upazila, Noakhali District |
| Vehicles Involved | ‘Ekushey Paribahan’ bus, sand-laden truck |
| Total Injured | 20 passengers + 1 bus driver (21 in total) |
| Fatalities | 1 (bus driver) |
| Emergency Response | Injured taken to Sonaimuri Upazila Health Complex |
| Police Statement | Driver lost control; accident occurred at rear of stationary truck |
Authorities are investigating the incident and examining the circumstances that led to the loss of control by the bus driver.
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