The Rangamati district administration has temporarily closed Sajek Valley Tuesday evening due to continuous heavy rainfall, landslide risks, accidents, and disruption of communication in the hilly areas.
The emergency decision was announced in a public notice signed by Rangamati Deputy Commissioner Nazma Ashrafi.
According to the notice, all tourist spots, waterfalls, hilly trails, remote and risky areas in Sajek Valley have been declared off‑limits to tourists, tour operators and the general public until further instructions.
The announcement stated that, based on the latest forecasts from the Bangladesh Meteorological Department and the Storm Warning Centre in Agargaon, and considering recent heavy rainfall in Rangamati hill district that caused landslides and communication disruption, the closure was necessary to ensure public safety.
The district administration urged residents and visitors to exercise caution in movement and strictly follow official instructions. It further advised avoiding unnecessary travel to risky areas until weather conditions improve.
