Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to unveil Bangladesh’s long-awaited National Tourism Master Plan in December, with implementation targeted to begin in January 2027.
Bangladesh Tourism Board (BTB) CEO Barrister Mutasim Billah Faruqui said the plan would cover nearly 1,500 tourism attractions across the country’s eight divisions. It is expected to be presented during the proposed Bangladesh Festival in Dhaka from December 27–31.
The master plan, covering 2024–2041, aims to transform Bangladesh into a competitive and sustainable tourism destination. It sets targets of attracting 5.58 million tourists and generating 21.94 million employment opportunities by 2041.
Key priorities include developing beach, cultural, heritage, eco and adventure tourism, improving tourist safety, introducing e-visas, upgrading infrastructure and encouraging private-sector investment.
The government also plans to develop international-standard tourism facilities in Cox’s Bazar, Sylhet and Khulna.
The initiative is expected to strengthen Bangladesh’s tourism industry through coordinated investment, professional training, community participation and sustainable destination management.
