Bangladesh Cabinet Approves Tk 3.35 Billion Infrastructure for Mirsarai Special Economic Zone

Dhaka, July 29, 2026 — The Cabinet Committee on Government Purchase (CCGP) has approved two infrastructure contracts worth approximately Tk 3.35 billion under the Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority (BEZA) to support the development of the National Special Economic Zone (NSEZ) in Mirsarai, Chattogram. 🏗️ The approval, granted on Wednesday, represents a significant step forward for one of Bangladesh's largest industrial zone development projects.

📋 Both proposals were placed by the Prime Minister's Office and relate to the implementation of the revised National Special Economic Zone Development Project. The contracts cover critical infrastructure — road networks and power supply — that will form the backbone of industrial activity in the zone. 🛣️

🛣️ Road Network Contract — Tk 1.23 Billion

📊 The first contract, worth Tk 1.23 billion, covers the construction of road networks in multiple sub-zones of the NSEZ:

• 📍 Sub Zones 6 and 7 — road construction
• 📍 Sub Zones 11 and 18 — road construction
• 📦 Package No. WD-23-NSEZ-BEZA — e-GP Tender ID No. 214074
• 🏢 Awarded to — Monico Limited

🛣️ The road network will provide critical transport connectivity within the economic zone, enabling efficient movement of raw materials, finished goods, and workers. This infrastructure is essential for attracting industrial tenants and supporting manufacturing operations. 🚛

⚡ Power Network Contract — Tk 2.12 Billion

🔌 The second contract, worth Tk 2.12 billion, covers the construction of the power network under the same NSEZ project:

• ⚡ Package No. WD-4A-BSMSN-BEZA — power network construction
• 🏢 Awarded to — Reverie Power & Automation Engineering Ltd
• 🔋 Purpose — electricity infrastructure for industrial units

🏭 Reliable power supply is a critical requirement for industrial zones, particularly for manufacturing operations that need uninterrupted electricity. The power network contract addresses one of the key infrastructure gaps that has previously deterred investment in Bangladesh's economic zones. ⚡

📈 Mirsarai NSEZ: Strategic Significance

🌐 The National Special Economic Zone in Mirsarai is being developed as a flagship industrial hub for Bangladesh. The zone has already attracted significant attention from both domestic and foreign investors, including:

• 🇹🇷 Turkish Sanko Group — $300 million integrated textile facility (announced July 28, 2026)
• 🇨🇳 China Economic and Industrial Zone (CEIZ) — construction launched July 27, 2026, targeting $1.3 billion investment
• 🏭 Multiple domestic manufacturers — across RMG, textiles, electronics, and other sectors

📊 The Tk 3.35 billion infrastructure investment approved by the cabinet committee will directly support these and future investments by providing the essential road and power networks needed for industrial operations. 🏗️

🏭 BEZA's Broader Economic Zone Strategy

📋 The Mirsarai NSEZ is part of BEZA's broader strategy to develop 100 economic zones across Bangladesh by 2030. The authority has been working to:

• 🏗️ Develop infrastructure — roads, power, water, gas, telecommunications
• 🤝 Attract investment — both domestic and foreign direct investment (FDI)
• 👥 Create employment — millions of jobs across various sectors
• 🌍 Promote export diversification — beyond traditional RMG sector
• 🌱 Ensure environmental compliance — green industrial development

📊 The approval of these two contracts demonstrates the government's commitment to building the infrastructure backbone needed to attract world-class industrial investment to Bangladesh. 🎯

🔮 Implementation Timeline and Expected Impact

📅 With the contracts now approved, construction is expected to begin in the coming months. The road and power networks will be developed in parallel with the ongoing industrial investments in the zone:

• 🚧 Road construction — Monico Limited to begin immediately
• ⚡ Power network — Reverie Power to begin immediately
• 🏭 Sanko Group facility — 12-18 months after government approvals
• 🏗️ CEIZ construction — already launched, ongoing

📈 The improved infrastructure will enhance the investment climate in Mirsarai, potentially attracting additional foreign and domestic investors. For Bangladesh's export economy, the NSEZ represents a critical platform for diversifying exports beyond readymade garments and creating high-value manufacturing jobs. 🌐

📋 The projects are expected to strengthen transport connectivity and electricity infrastructure within the National Special Economic Zone, supporting industrial development and investment in the Mirsarai economic zone. This aligns with Bangladesh's broader goal of economic diversification and LDC graduation preparedness. 🚀