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DHAKA, July 26, 2026 (BSS) - The government has taken an initiative to offer 
special discounts on Biman Bangladesh Airlines tickets to expatriate 
Bangladeshis, Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister Afroza Khanam Rita said 
today.

She said the initiative is part of a series of government measures aimed at 
ensuring better facilities and hassle-free air travel services for expatriate 
Bangladeshis.

The minister made the remarks while addressing as the chief guest a reception 
programme for first-year honours students at Government Debendra College in 
Manikganj, said a press release here. 

Highlighting the contribution of expatriate Bangladeshis to the country, 
Afroza said the government has undertaken various initiatives to ensure 
necessary facilities and services for them.

"The government is committed to ensuring hassle-free air travel services for 
expatriates," she said.

The minister said a shuttle bus service has also been introduced at Hazrat 
Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) to facilitate passenger movement and 
improve convenience for travellers.

Speaking about the educational institution, Afroza said Government Debendra 
College has been spreading the light of education for the past 84 years and 
carries a rich legacy of involvement in the country's historic movements and 
national events.

She recalled that Language Movement martyr Rafiq Uddin Ahmed was a student of 
the college.

The minister said the institution has made significant contributions to 
various mass movements and nationally important events, spanning the Language 
Movement, the Liberation War and the July Movement of 2024.

Earlier, Afroza inaugurated the "Shaheed Zia", "Liberation War" and "July 
Memorial Corner" at Government Debendra University College.

Manikganj-1 lawmaker S A Jinnah Kabir and senior officials of the district 
administration, among others, attended the programme.