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A mandatory sign is a traffic sign that tells drivers what they must do. Instead of prohibiting actions, these signs impose obligations such as following a specific direction, using a particular lane, or keeping a minimum speed. Their purpose is to guide traffic safely and efficiently by ensuring that all road users follow the same required behaviour in places where it is necessary for order and safety.
How are compulsory instructions shown in Bangladesh?
Mandatory regulatory signs require an action, such as following the indicated direction. STOP is also an instruction, not ordinary guidance.
What does a mandatory-direction sign require in Bangladesh?
Where a compulsory-direction sign is installed in Bangladesh, follow only the arrow direction or permitted combination of directions. The restriction applies at the location or movement it regulates; it is not an instruction to ignore other traffic controls.
Does a mandatory-direction sign give me priority over pedestrians in Bangladesh?
No. It tells you which way to move, not who goes first. Check traffic lights, other priority signs, pedestrians and cyclists, and give way when required before completing the manoeuvre.
1. Mandatory roundabout direction
This traffic sign indicates the mandatory direction around a roundabout. Traffic must circulate in the direction shown by the arrows. The sign does not itself determine priority; follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local rules.
English • Traffic sign A35 • Mini-roundabout. Give way to vehicles entering the roundabout from the right, then follow the arrows.
বাংলা • A35 • ছোট গোলচত্বর. ডান দিক থেকে গোলচত্বরে প্রবেশকারী যানবাহনকে আগে যেতে দিন। তারপর তীরের দিকে চলুন।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A35 • PDF 49
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2021-12-21. Wikimedia original unmodified.
2. Turning left mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.
English • Traffic sign A34 • Turn left ahead. You must turn left at the junction ahead.
বাংলা • A34 • সামনে বামে মোড় নিন. সামনের সংযোগস্থলে বামে মোড় নিতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A34 • PDF 48
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
3. Turning right mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.
English • Traffic sign A34 • Turn right ahead. You must turn right at the junction ahead.
বাংলা • A34 • সামনে ডানে মোড় নিন. সামনের সংযোগস্থলে ডানে মোড় নিতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A34 • PDF 48
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
4. Pass obstacle on the left
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the left. Keep to the left of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign A33 • Pass on the left. Pass to the left of the sign or obstruction.
বাংলা • A33 • বাম পাশ দিয়ে যান. চিহ্ন বা প্রতিবন্ধকের বাম পাশ দিয়ে যান।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A33 • PDF 47
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
5. Pass obstacle on either side
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on either the left or the right. Use either permitted side while following the road layout and any accompanying signs or markings.
English • Traffic sign A36 • Pass on either side. You may pass to the left or right of the sign or obstruction.
বাংলা • A36 • যেকোনো পাশ দিয়ে যান. চিহ্ন বা প্রতিবন্ধকের বাম অথবা ডান পাশ দিয়ে যাওয়া যায়।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A36 • PDF 50
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
6. Pass obstacle on the right
This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on the right. Keep to the right of the obstacle and follow any accompanying signs or road markings.
English • Traffic sign A33 • Pass on the right. Pass to the right of the sign or obstruction.
বাংলা • A33 • ডান পাশ দিয়ে যান. চিহ্ন বা প্রতিবন্ধকের ডান পাশ দিয়ে যান।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A33 • PDF 47
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-17. Wikimedia original unmodified.
7. Mandatory left
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the left. Traffic must proceed to the left at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the right.
English • Traffic sign A32 • Turn left. You must turn left at the indicated location.
বাংলা • A32 • বামে মোড় নিন. চিহ্নিত স্থানে বামে মোড় নিতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A32 • PDF 46
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
8. Mandatory right
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory direction to the right. Traffic must proceed to the right at the sign and may not continue straight ahead or to the left.
English • Traffic sign A32 • Turn right. You must turn right at the indicated location.
বাংলা • A32 • ডানে মোড় নিন. চিহ্নিত স্থানে ডানে মোড় নিতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A32 • PDF 46
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-15. Wikimedia original unmodified.
9. Driving straight ahead mandatory
This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.
English • Traffic sign A31 • Ahead only. You must continue straight ahead at the junction. Turning is not permitted.
বাংলা • A31 • শুধু সোজা যান. সংযোগস্থলে শুধু সোজা এগিয়ে যেতে হবে। মোড় নেওয়া যাবে না।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A31 • PDF 45
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2022-01-14. Wikimedia original unmodified.
10. Mandatory path for cyclists
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.
English • Traffic sign A40 • Bicycles only. The indicated path or lane is reserved for bicycles. Cyclists must use it.
বাংলা • A40 • শুধু সাইকেলের পথ. চিহ্নিত পথ বা লেন সাইকেলের জন্য সংরক্ষিত। সাইকেল চালকদের এটি ব্যবহার করতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A40 • PDF 54
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority • Public domain • Original revision 2020-02-16. Wikimedia original unmodified.
11. Mandatory path for rickshaws
This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for rickshaws. Rickshaws must use the designated path where required by the applicable traffic rules. Other road users may use the path only where specifically permitted.
English • Traffic sign A39 • Rickshaws only. The indicated path or lane is reserved for rickshaws. Rickshaw drivers must use it.
বাংলা • A39 • শুধু রিকশার পথ. চিহ্নিত পথ বা লেন রিকশার জন্য সংরক্ষিত। রিকশাচালকদের এটি ব্যবহার করতে হবে।
Sources
🔗 Commons.wikimedia.org
🔗 Rhd.gov.bd • BRTA • Traffic Signs Manual • A39 • PDF 53
SVG source: Bangladesh Road Transport Authority SVG work: Fry1989 eh? • Public domain • Original revision 2025-12-21. Wikimedia original unmodified.
