Save Manchester to Sylhet Route

03/07/2026

✈️ Great news for our community!

We’re delighted to share that from 4 July, Biman Bangladesh Airlines will once again operate direct flights between Manchester and Sylhet.

This is something so many people have worked hard for, and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who supported the Save Manchester to Sylhet campaign. Whether you signed the petition, attended meetings, shared our posts or simply helped spread the message, this has been a real community effort.

This is an important step for the thousands of families across the North of England who rely on this route to stay connected with their loved ones.

There’s more positive news too. With work continuing towards Osmani International Airport becoming a fully operational international airport, the future looks even brighter for travel between the UK and Sylhet.

Thank you to everyone who stood with us. Together, we’ve shown what can be achieved when a community comes together. 🇬🇧🇧🇩

13/04/2026

13/04/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Biman has opened bookings for direct flights to Sylhet.

This is fantastic news and a huge win for our community. After all the concern, the conversations, and the pressure, this is exactly what people wanted to see — a direct connection restored for families, for travellers, and for everyone who relies on this route.

For so many, this isn’t just about travel. It’s about staying connected to home, to loved ones, and to a place that means everything.

This shows what can happen when voices are heard and people stand firm on what matters.

19/03/2026

Eid Mubarak to everyone in our community 🌙

As we celebrate Eid with our families and loved ones, we also reflect on the strength and unity we’ve shown together over the past few weeks. This campaign has brought people from across the country together for one clear cause, to stand up for what matters to us.

The Manchester to Sylhet route is more than just a flight. It connects families, supports businesses, and is a lifeline for so many in our community. That’s why this movement means so much.

Even during this time of celebration, we will not lose momentum. We will continue to push forward until our voices are heard and our demands are met.

Wishing you and your families a peaceful and joyful Eid.

12/03/2026

12/03/2026

We headed to Biman’s headquarters in Manchester to personally thank the team and their staff for all the hard work they have put in over the past few months, especially during a time that brought so much uncertainty and difficulty.

As many of you will know, the Manchester to Sylhet route has now been reinstated from July, and we are proud to have been at the forefront of the campaign pushing for its return. This has been a huge effort from the community and we are grateful to everyone who stood with us and supported the cause.

But our mission does not stop here.

Our next focus is ensuring that Osmani International Airport in Sylhet becomes a true international airport, where multiple airlines are able to operate. This would give passengers more choice, better connectivity and stronger links between the UK and Bangladesh.

The campaign continues, and we will keep pushing forward.

11/03/2026

BREAKING NEWS 🚨

Biman Bangladesh Airlines will officially reopen the Manchester to Sylhet route from 1 July 2026.

This is a huge moment for the people of Sylhet and for the British Bangladeshi community who have campaigned tirelessly to see this route return.

We want to thank everyone who stood behind this campaign. From the organisers who worked day and night, to the protesters who raised their voices, to the community members who supported the cause and refused to let this issue be ignored. Your determination made this possible.

We also extend our sincere thanks to the Government of Bangladesh, the leadership and directors at Biman Bangladesh Airlines, and all those involved in listening to the concerns of the community and taking action.

This route is more than just a flight. It connects families, strengthens communities and recognises the deep ties between the UK and Sylhet.

We also hope this marks a new chapter for Sylhet Osmani International Airport, ensuring it continues to grow and serve the millions of people who rely on it.

Today shows what can be achieved when a community stands together.

01/03/2026

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un.

We are deeply saddened to hear that the beloved mother of Honourable Minister for Civil Aviation and Tourism of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh and Member of Parliament, Afroza Khanam Rita, has passed away.

We send our heartfelt condolences to Minister Rita and her family at this painful time.

May Allah grant her mother Jannah, forgive her shortcomings and grant the family sabr and strength. Ameen.

26/02/2026

Today we were joined by Paul Waugh MP for Rochdale and Afzal Khan MP for Manchester Gorton, who both congratulated the new government of Bangladesh and made a respectful request for the Manchester to Sylhet route to be reinstated.

They highlighted how important this route is for British Bangladeshis and the wider community, not just for travel, but for family ties, business links and long-term growth between the UK and Bangladesh.

We are grateful to have the support of senior MPs who understand how vital this route is and are willing to speak up for the community.

24/02/2026

An update on the Save Manchester to Sylhet campaign.

We have now spoken directly with government officials in Bangladesh and are actively liaising with them to bring the Manchester route back. Our concerns have been heard and the response so far has been welcoming and constructive.

We want to thank those officials for taking the time to listen and engage with us seriously.

But the campaign does not stop here. We will continue pushing until the Manchester to Sylhet route is fully restored and Sylhet Osmani Airport is opened properly as a true international airport for all airlines.

Our route. Our right.