<div><b><span style="font-size: 1rem;">A covered van of a courier service was set on fire in the Shapmara area of Matiranga upazila in Khagrachhari on Wednesday morning amid the first day of the countrywide 48-hour blockade BNP and like-minded parties called.</span><br></b></div><div><br></div><div>The fire service rushed to the spot and brought the fire under control.</div><div><br></div><div>Md Jakaria, officer-in-charge of Matiranga Police Station, confirmed the matter.</div><div><br></div><div>Khagrachhari Superintendent of Police Mukta Dhar said they are ready to provide all possible assistance to ensure the smooth movement of the general public.</div><div><br></div><div>BNP leaders and activists were seen picketing in support of the blockade on different roads. Although the ticket counter for the long-distance buses from Khagrachhari is open, no bus has left the district, the OC said, reports UNB</div><div><br></div><div>Vehicular movements in the city and suburbs were normal, with few trucks entering due to intensified police measures, he added.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>bnbd24/fas</div>