DHAKA: Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday (Feb 19) asked the authorities concerned not to construct high-rise establishments along the sea in Cox’s Bazar.

She said: “We will not allow construction of high-rise establishments along the sea as it will harm the natural beauty of Cox’s Bazar….tourism parks should be developed keeping intake the natural beauties of the region.” 

The premier made the remarks while witnessing a presentation of master plans of three special tourism parks to be developed at Cox’s Bazar.

The Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) has been entrusted with setting up the Sonadia Eco-Tourism Park in Moheshkhali upazila and NAF and Sabrang Tourism Parks in Teknaf upazila in Cox’s Bazar.

The aim of the master plans is to develop tourism-friendly zones protecting ecological balance and biodiversity, country’s heritage, culture and tradition as well as to establish bridge among other tourism sites under Cox’s Bazar district and adjacent areas.

The premier advised to develop the Sabrang Tourism Park as a “dedicated tourist site” for the foreigners.

Sheikh Hasina also directed the authorities concerned to ensure all necessary facilities maintaining international standards so that foreign tourists could be attracted to visit the region to witness natural beauties.

BDST: 2000 HRS, FEB 19, 2020
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