Maheshkhali:Three additional liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminals are set to be constructed in Maheshkhali of Cox's Bazar to address the country's ongoing energy crisis, as announced by Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister ABM Abdus Sattar today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the government has outlined plans to establish one LNG terminal along the coastal area of Maheshkhali and two land-based LNG terminals at Matarbari. This announcement was made during a site visit to the under-construction deep-sea port, coal-fired power plant, and other development projects in the area.
The activities of these LNG terminals are anticipated to become evident within the next two years. The principal secretary also highlighted the government's intention to undertake further development projects in Matarbari, noting that the completion of the deep-sea port could significantly impact the country's economy.
Efforts are being made to rehabilitate those affected by the various development projects in Matarbari. Eligible individuals are expected to receive employment opportunities and other facilities as part of the rehabilitation plan. The government is striving to complete these projects in the shortest possible time frame, with Prime Minister's Special Assistant Bijon Kanti Sarkar, local lawmaker Alamgir Mohammad Mahfuz Ullah Farid, and senior officials present during the visit.