Once covered with dense Shal, Ghazari and Karai forests, Bhawal Garh encompassed parts of present-day Gazipur Sadar, Sreepur, Kaliakoir and Kapasia upazilas. Senior journalist Rezaul Bari Babul of Gazipur told BSS that administrative activities of Bhawal Garh revolved around the Rajbari area, where the district administration is now located. One of the most sensational episodes associated with Bhawal Garh is the Bhawal Sanyasi case. Despite its growing popularity as a tourist destination, many historical structures in Bhawal Garh face deterioration due to inadequate conservation. Local residents and heritage activists have called on the government to declare Bhawal Garh a national heritage site and undertake systematic preservation efforts.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 09, 2026 07:44 UTC