PM inagurates Surma riverfront development project in Sylhet

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday inaugurated a major riverfront development project along both banks of the Surma River at Chandni Ghat in Sylhet, aimed at improving beautification and strengthening flood protection infrastructure.

He laid the foundation stone of the project at around 11:00 AM in the presence of several senior officials. 

Among those attending were Commerce Minister Khandaker Abdul Muktadir, Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Ariful Haque Chowdhury, Prime Minister’s Adviser Humayun Kobir and Sylhet City Corporation Administrator Abdul Qayyum Chowdhury.

The Prime Minister’s spouse, Dr Zubaida Rahman, was also present at the event.

Following the inauguration, officials briefed the Prime Minister on different aspects of the project, which is expected to improve riverbank stability and create an attractive public space. He is also scheduled to address a civic reception at the venue.

Earlier in the day, after arriving at Osmani International Airport at 10:05 AM on a domestic flight with his wife, the Prime Minister went directly to the shrine of Hazrat Shahjalal, where he offered prayers.

Later, he is set to inaugurate the re-excavation of the Baisha River in Kashipur union under Sylhet sadar upazila.

After midday prayers and lunch at Circuit House, the Prime Minister will inaugurate “Notun Kuri Sports-2026” at Sylhet District Stadium at 3:00 PM.

He is also scheduled to attend a meeting with party leaders and activists at Shilpakala Academy before returning to Dhaka in the evening.

This marks Tarique Rahman’s first visit to Sylhet since assuming office as Prime Minister.

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