Tareque’s brother Nahid Masud said that the verdict would increase awareness among bus owners, drivers and the staff about not to drive recklessly. “The verdict is expected to help reduce the number of casualties, caused from such road accidents,” he added. Meanwhile, Mishuk’s younger brother Asif Munier has welcomed the verdict, terming it a milestone and hoped that the government would execute the judgement. I hope that the High Court and the Appellate Division will uphold the verdict,” said Asif. Me and my mother were waiting in front of the TV to learn about the verdict,” Asif said.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 22, 2017 18:16 UTC