Cox's Bazar correspondent
Like other districts across the country, a voter list update campaign is underway in Cox's Bazar as well. However, the difference in the pace and challenges of the activities in cities and villages is clear depending on the area.
From Teknaf’s Sabrang to Nazirartek, the shores of Cox’s Bazar have witnessed an alarming number of Olive Ridley turtle deaths. A team of researchers from the Bangladesh Oceanographic Research Institute (BORI) has recovered 86 dead turtles over the past four days.
A project by the Bangladesh Economic Zone Authority (BEZA) has become the primary reason for Sonadia Island's lack of development.
The suspension of the lease granted to the Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) for Sonadia Dwip (Island) has been welcomed by the island's residents and environmentalists. They believe that this decision will save the island's mangrove forests, the only one of its kind in the southeastern coastal region, and the safe breeding grounds of marine turtles, preserving its green canopy, biodiversity, and ecosystem from destruction.
Cox's Bazar remains a top destination for Bangladeshi tourists, attracting around 2 to 2.5 million visitors annually. Lifeguards, tourist police, and the district administration work together to ensure their safety.
Preparations are underway in Cox's Bazar for the largest Durga idol immersion ceremony in Bangladesh. Hundreds of idols will be brought from various pandals across the district to Laboni Point on Cox's Bazar beach for immersion on October 13, following the conclusion of Vijayadashami. Along with this grand event, millions of people are expected to gather at the beach to witness the immersion. Final preparations are in full swing at the beach.