Dhaka, Aug. 25 -- run autorickshaws pose safety concerns and should be removed from the capital's streets, said Road Transport and Bridges Adviser Muhammad Fouzul Kabir Khan.

However, he acknowledged their role as a vital source of employment for many people, highlighting the challenge of balancing regulation with livelihoods.

The adviser was speaking to reporters on Monday after a meeting at the Secretariat about the overall situation and condition of highways in Dhaka.

He said, "Ideally, these vehicles are risky and cause traffic jams. They should be removed. But one thing must be remembered - they provide jobs for many people. We're not in a position to offer alternative employment. Behind every autorickshaw, there is a family whose...