Online Desk: Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader said that the government would focus on reducing the frequency of trains rather than increasing the number of coaches in metro train amidst growing passenger demand.

The minister told this to media while responding a question at the Secretariat in the capital on Monday.

Obaidul Quader pointed out that globally, no country operates metro systems with more than five coaches but Bangladesh currently have six functional compartments.

He said the metro rail service has improved transportation challenges but authorities are facing pressure with the surge in commuters but the solution is not to increase the number of coaches rather it could be reducing the train frequency.

Quader has reflected on the technical complexities inherent in metro rail operations and said the metro rail system in Bangladesh differs significantly from conventional railway networks, making expansion of coach formidable task.

He expressed surprise at the suggestion put forth by some newspaper editorials advocating for an increase in metro rail carriages.

He said the government remains committed to the original plans without compromising on allocated funds and it also emphasised the importance of maintaining project integrity and avoiding deviation from the established course.