Sylhet Airport: International in Name Only

In this revealing video, Moyna and Falguny visit Sylhet Osmani Airport as part of their preparation for an exciting new series aimed at showcasing Sylhet to the world. But instead of inspiration, they were met with frustration.

They discovered that despite being called an international airport, no foreign airline is allowed to land here—only the national carrier, creating a monopoly and severely limiting destinations. This blocks convenience for millions of Sylhetis abroad, discourages tourism, and restricts economic growth.

They raise key questions:
Why aren’t airport signs written in Sylheti?
Why do road names across Sylhet ignore the local language?
Sylheti, with its own script and rich history, is still not officially recognised. This is not just about flights—it’s about dignity, development, and identity.

A fully functional international airport in Sylhet would:
1. Save hours of exhausting travel via Dhaka
2. Encourage frequent family visits
3. Boost local tourism and small businesses
4. Open Sylhet to global investment and opportunity

Sylhet is not just a region—it’s a gateway between Bangladesh and the world. Yet, its people, language, and infrastructure remain marginalised.
It’s time to demand:
1. A real international airport
2. Official recognition of Sylheti as another national language
3. Public signs and services in Sylheti
4. Equal respect and fair treatment for Sylheti speakers

Let’s end the neglect. Let Sylhet rise.

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