# Afroza Khanam: Government Aims for Smooth Air Services for Expatriates

*Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam stated that the government has implemented several initiatives to ensure hassle-free and quality air services for expatriate Bangladeshis.*

July 16, 2026 · Bangladesh

Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam today said the government has already implemented several initiatives to ensure hassle-free and quality air services for expatriate Bangladeshis as part of its efforts to modernize the country’s aviation sector.

Addressing the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath as the chief guest at the Sri Sri Anandamoyee Kalibari Temple premises in Manikganj, Khanam highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to develop the civil aviation and tourism sector into a modern, efficient, and people-friendly sector.

She emphasized that improving passenger services, particularly for overseas Bangladeshis, remains one of the ministry’s key objectives. The minister also extended her congratulations to the Hindu community on the occasion of the Rath Yatra and expressed gratitude for their continued trust and support.

Khanam noted that the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, is working relentlessly to build a discrimination-free, non-communal, peaceful, and developed Bangladesh. She stressed that through the implementation of various development initiatives, efforts are ongoing to make the country more prosperous and progressive.

The event was attended by senior leaders of Manikganj district BNP, local dignitaries, and a large number of Hindu devotees.

## Sources

- BSS

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