It is quite infuriating to see how Saint Martin’s Island is being destroyed not by ignorance, but by the reckless entitlement of the very public who claim to love it. Our only coral island and among the most treasured natural resources we have, declared an ecologically critical area for decades now, is now at the mercy of reckless tourism. When tourism was suspended for nine months in 2025, nature rebounded. Conservation works but only if given priority and Saint Martin’s cannot sustain the thousands who descend on it during peak season. Unchecked tourism has already caused too much damage to Bangladesh’s natural beauty, and if we do not get serious about addressing it through stricter regulations, we risk losing these scenic destinations forever.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 17, 2026 02:53 UTC