Dhaka, May 25 -- Women passengers will have access to dedicated coaches on every intercity train in Bangladesh on a phased basis following Eid-ul-Azha, Railway Minister Shaikh Rabiul Alam announced Monday.

Speaking after inaugurating a 25 percent fare discount programme for elderly and physically disabled passengers at the Farmgate Metro Rail Station, the minister said the initiative launched initially on the Sonar Bangla Express and Joyantika Express, would be gradually extended to all intercity trains across the country.

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"A dedicated coach exclusively for female passengers has been reserved on these two trains from today. After Eid, we plan to roll out this facility ...