Jaliardwip

Jaliardwip is an island in Teknaf upazila, Chittagong division in south-eastern Bangladesh covering an area of 271.93 acres. It is an island on the Naf River which demarcates the border between Bangladesh and Myanmar. 21.12 acres of land on the island belongs to the Forest Department.

Geography

The location was designated as the site for Naf Tourism Park by the Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority. However, progress on the project has been suspended since 2023.

History

The region has been subject to regular operations by the Border Guard Bangladesh aimed at apprehending individuals involved in drug trafficking, particularly ya ba and methamphetamine.