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BANDARBAN, Sept 28, 2025 (BSS) – Keokradong,  one of the most popular tourist destinations in the hill district of Bandarban, will not be opened to visitors on October 1. 

Deputy Commissioner Shamim Ara Rini told BSS that, “The opening of Keokradong was scheduled on October 1. However, Keokradong will be opened for visitors after completing necessary official procedures."       
 
"If everything turns out positive, we will inform it by issuing a public notice," she said over phone.

Notably, on September 27, during the inauguration of a single-use plastic removal campaign at Meghla Tourist Spot in observance of World Tourism Day, DC Shamim Ara Nipa had initially indicated that Keokradong might reopen for tourists on October 1.

Travel to Keokradong will remain restricted for tourists, until further notice.