Although tourist travel to St Martin’s is typically permitted every year from Oct 1 to Mar 31, authorities curtailed the season this year, setting Jan 31 as the final date, citing growing environmental risks. MA Abdur Rahman, president of the St Martin’s Hotel, Motel and Resort Owners’ Association, said many business owners failed to recover their investments this season. St Martin’s Union BNP President Nurul Alam said the island’s residents are entirely dependent on tourism. St Martin’s Union Parishad Acting Chairman Foyezul Islam echoed the concern. Strict restrictions were imposed on carrying single-use plastics such as polythene, and tourists were advised to carry their own water flasks.

Source: bd News24 January 31, 2026 13:33 UTC