United News of Bangladesh

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam on Monday sought Saudi Arabia's cooperation in reducing the overall cost of Hajj for Bangladeshi pilgrims by lowering taxes and charges on Hajj air travel. She came up with the request during a courtesy call by Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh Dr. Abdullah ibn Dhafer ibn Ubayya, on Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam and State Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat at the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism at the Bangladesh Secretariat. Hajj 2027 pre-registration: What documents do pilgrims need? She said such a move would significantly ease the financial burden on thousands of Bangladeshi pilgrims every year. In response, the Saudi envoy assured that the matter would receive positive consideration and reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to extending all possible cooperation.

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam on Thursday said Bogura will be transformed into one of the country’s major aviation hubs by utilising the vast potential of the northern region. The minister made the remarks while vising the Bogura airport. State Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism M Rashiduzzaman Millat and State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam were present during the visit. State Minister Rashiduzzaman Millat said the government has taken plans to construct an international-standard airport in Bogura along with a 10,500-foot runway to facilitate the landing of both domestic and international aircraft. The government has also undertaken initiatives to expand Bogura Airport by establishing a pilot training academy and cargo facilities with a view to opening new opportunities in communication, trade and the aviation sector in the northern region.