Sylhet-Dhaka train journey: a bitter experience

Recently, I had to travel from Sylhet to Dhaka at night by Upaban express in an air-conditioned compartment. Initially, the compartment and beddings looked good, but as soon as the train started moving, we noticed mice and cockroaches around us. I was feeling extremely uncomfortable, but I had no other choice. I called the attendant and complained, but his vacant look indicated that this was nothing out of the ordinary.

I remember how good the train service was even 15 or 20 years back. We used to enjoy travelling by train. Unfortunately, the most used public transport is now neglected by the authorities.

Motius Samad Chowdhury, Sylhet