Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori has termed the destruction at Dhaka metro rail stations as "utterly heartbreaking".
"I am shocked to observe the damaged areas in Dhaka on July 24. As Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh, I am especially saddened by the severe damage of Dhaka MRT. I find this utterly heartbreaking," he made the comment after visiting the damaged metro rail station on Wednesday (25 July).
He believes that despite this destruction by some people, the majority of the citizens of Bangladesh support their assistance, including Dhaka MRT.
"I will continue to work with the people of Bangladesh for the development of this country, including the recovery of the damaged facilities," said the Ambassador.
The envoy said the damage reminds him that all the related people, both Japanese and Bangladeshi, who constructed and operated with sweat and tears for the urban transport network here in Bangladesh for a long time.
"Furthermore, I can never forget the smile of the commuters and passengers who I passed by on the train of MRT. It is, therefore, regrettable that the operation is suspended by the vandalism for the time being," Iwama said.
The ambassador conveyed his condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the victims of the violent clashes between protesters and law enforcers in Bangladesh as well as to the bereaved families and friends and those who were injured.
