Durgapur:Netrokona The district administration of Netrokona has embarked on a strategic plan to transform Durgapur into a prominent national tourist destination. The initiative focuses on enhancing infrastructure, ensuring visitor safety, and generating employment opportunities for local communities.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a special consultation meeting was organized by the Upazila administration with local stakeholders and relevant parties in the Sadamati tourist area of Kullagora Union, Durgapur Upazila, on Monday afternoon. The meeting was attended by Netrokona Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate Khandakar Mushfiqur Rahman as the chief guest, with Superintendent of Police Mohammad Tariqul Islam as a special guest. Durgapur Upazila Nirbahi Officer Ahmed Sadat presided over the discussions.
Deputy Commissioner Rahman highlighted Durgapur's potential with its scenic hills, flowing rivers, and the natural beauty of Bijoypur's China clay hills, along with the rich cultural heritage of ethnic communities. He emphasized that well-planned development and the active involvement of young people could make tourism a significant revenue source and livelihood for the locality.
Superintendent of Police Islam underscored the importance of maintaining a safe and hassle-free environment for tourists as a priority for law enforcement. He noted that expanding tourism-related activities could also address issues such as drug abuse, smuggling, and other social crimes.
The meeting also reviewed initiatives by Deputy Speaker of Parliament and local lawmaker Barrister Kayser Kamal, such as establishing a permanent police outpost in the tourism zone and a field survey by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism. These initiatives were welcomed by the participants.
After an open discussion, the meeting approved several administrative measures in preparation for the upcoming winter tourist season. These include ensuring adequate hotel and motel accommodations in the Bijoypur area, regulating transport fares, and enhancing security for tourists.
The meeting was conducted by Assistant Commissioner (Land) Mohammad Mizanur Rahman and featured various speakers, including Durgapur Police Station Officer-in-Charge Khandakar Shaker Ahmed, Upazila Agriculture Officer Nipa Biswas, and other local leaders and representatives. The gathering also saw participation from local journalists, distinguished citizens, small business owners, and transport association representatives.