The government has declared an incentive package of Tk 1,000 crore for the tourism industry to help it revive from the brunt of the protracted Covid-induced pandemic and the current uncertainty.

It has taken steps to build a slew of parks in the popular tourism spot Cox's Bazar with accommodation and recreational facilities of international standards.

To enrich the tourism sector, steps have been taken to set up Sabrang Tourism Park, Naf Tourism Park, and Sonadia Eco-Tourism Park in Cox's Bazar, according to the budget speech of the finance minister.

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The government will also focus on 10 taxpayer-funded projects, which are under implementation, for the development of potential areas for tourism in Bangladesh, so that they can be finished as early as possible.

It has taken steps to formulate a tourism master plan and aims to brand 36 districts with potential to attract tourists.

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