Govt moves to limit tourist numbers on St Martin's Island

The interim government has decided to limit the number of tourists visiting Saint Martin's Island for four months, from November to February.

This information was dsiclosed by Chief Adviser's Deputy Press Secretary Apurba Jahangir.

In a press conference held at the Foreign Service Academy on Hare Road on Tuesday, Apurba Jahangir said that tourists will not be allowed to stay overnight on Saint Martin's Island in November.

In December and January, a maximum of 2,000 tourists will be allowed to visit the island daily, and they can stay overnight.

In February, however, no tourists will be permitted to visit the island, as it will undergo cleaning and maintenance.

Additionally, the use of single-use plastic has been banned on the island.