Speakers at a seminar in Barishal on Wednesday called for upgrading the Bhanga–Kuakata highway to six lanes, citing its narrow condition as a major obstacle to industrialization in Bangladesh’s southern coastal region. The discussion took place at a divisional workshop on industrial survey organized by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA), where participants highlighted the need for improved infrastructure to support investment and regional development.
Barishal Divisional Commissioner Khalil Ahmed said the region has not attracted the expected level of investment and lacks major factories. He noted that large tracts of acquired land in Patuakhali and near Payra Port remain unused. Speakers emphasized that developing industries based on local resources such as hilsa fish, coconut, betel nut, and guava could accelerate economic growth. They also underscored Kuakata’s potential as a tourism hub if infrastructure and services are expanded.
Participants agreed that the poor condition of the Bhanga–Kuakata road discourages investors and hampers transport of raw materials, goods, and tourists. They argued that a six-lane upgrade could open a new era for industrial and tourism development in the southern region.
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