United News of Bangladesh

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed the relevant authorities to take necessary measures to expedite the opening of the third terminal at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam (Rita) said on Sunday. The minister made the remarks following a meeting on the third terminal at the Prime Minister’s Office in the Secretariat. When asked about the terminal’s likely opening timeline, Rita said, “It is not possible to give an exact date. Discussions and evaluations are going on to see how the process can be accelerated, but no specific timeframe can be provided at the moment.” Regarding recommendations for the terminal, she said, “The delay in opening occurred during the interim government, which could have completed it. Now the Prime Minister is making efforts to ensure it opens soon.”