A shortage of necessary clearances from government agencies has kept passenger vessels from operating on the route, leaving eager tourists waiting for the journey to begin
A number of fire incidents have occurred in recent years in popular tourist destinations, including Sajek Valley, Saint Martin’s Island and Cox’s Bazar, destroying resorts, cottages, restaurants and other structures.
The government must demonstrate strong political commitment to prioritising public safety and ensuring that no compromises are made on safety standards. Regulatory agencies, including Fire Service and Civil Defence, must be given adequate powers and held accountable for their performance.
Brigadier General (Retd) Ali Ahmed Khan, psc, former Director General of Bangladesh Fire Service and
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