Bangladesh, March 20 -- A rare calm has descended on the usually bustling capital as millions of residents left Dhaka to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr with their families.

The once-crowded streets, known for relentless traffic jam and noise, now wear a quieter look, offering a brief sense of relief and stillness during the festive holiday. UNB news.

Although there is no official survey on the exact number of people leaving the city, acting commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Mohammad Sarwar said more than 10 million people are expected to travel out of the the capital to celebrate Eid with their near and dear ones.

Authorities estimate that between March 16 and March 20, around 1.5 to 2 million people are leaving Dhaka each day. ...