Bangladesh's development is not possible by bypassing the hilly region: Chief Advisor

Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus said that Bangladesh's development is not possible by bypassing the hilly region.

In a message given today on the occasion of 'Chittagong Hill Tracts Accord Day' tomorrow, he said that one-tenth of the country's total area is inhabited by the people of the hilly region. Therefore, Bangladesh's development is not possible by bypassing the hilly region.

The Chief Advisor said that various reforms have been taken by involving the local people to preserve the natural beauty of the hilly districts and expand the tourism industry. This will reduce unemployment, accelerate economic development and improve living standards and eliminate social inequality.

He said that joint efforts of all are necessary to continue the journey of peace, harmony, development and progress in the lives of all residents of the Chittagong Hill Tracts.

The Chief Advisor said, I am happy to know that like every year, the 'Chittagong Hill Tracts Accord Day-2024' is being celebrated. On this occasion, I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the people of the Chittagong Hill Tracts region of the country.

He said, on this day in 1997, the agreement was signed between the Government of Bangladesh and the Chittagong Hill Tracts Jana Sanghati Samiti. It was a political agreement, also known as the Peace Agreement.

Professor Muhammad Yunus said, the interim government formed through the mass uprising of students, workers and the people is committed to building a new Bangladesh free from discrimination by keeping the bond of communal harmony intact.

The Chief Advisor wished the overall success of the 'Chittagong Hill Tracts Accord Day-2024'.