Wednesday, 01 October, 2025
Deputy Commissioner Shamim Ara Rini said clearance from multiple government departments is still pending. “We need to monitor the situation more closely. If all conditions are favourable, we will notify the public through an official statement. This could be on October 1 or shortly thereafter,” she explained.
The decision comes in the wake of violent clashes in Khagrachhari on September 27–28, which left at least three people dead and several others injured, including army and police personnel. Security forces have since maintained elevated vigilance across the Chittagong Hill Tracts, and authorities explicitly cite these incidents as a key factor in the continued closure of Keokradong.
Earlier, during a World Tourism Day event at Meghla Tourist Spot on September 27, DC Shamim Ara Rini had indicated that the peak tourist site might reopen on October 1. However, following a comprehensive reassessment of operational readiness and public safety, officials have decided to postpone the reopening.
Until further notice, tourist access to Keokradong will remain restricted. Authorities have urged visitors to respect the closure and follow official updates before planning trips. The move reflects the government’s determination to prioritise safety in a region still grappling with unrest, communal tensions, and ongoing security operations following the recent clashes.
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Deputy Commissioner Shamim Ara Rini said clearance from multiple government departments is still pending. “We need to monitor the situation more closely. If all conditions are favourable, we will notify the public through an official statement. This could be on October 1 or shortly thereafter,” she explained.
The decision comes in the wake of violent clashes in Khagrachhari on September 27–28, which left at least three people dead and several others injured, including army and police personnel. Security forces have since maintained elevated vigilance across the Chittagong Hill Tracts, and authorities explicitly cite these incidents as a key factor in the continued closure of Keokradong.
Earlier, during a World Tourism Day event at Meghla Tourist Spot on September 27, DC Shamim Ara Rini had indicated that the peak tourist site might reopen on October 1. However, following a comprehensive reassessment of operational readiness and public safety, officials have decided to postpone the reopening.
Until further notice, tourist access to Keokradong will remain restricted. Authorities have urged visitors to respect the closure and follow official updates before planning trips. The move reflects the government’s determination to prioritise safety in a region still grappling with unrest, communal tensions, and ongoing security operations following the recent clashes.
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