At Monglartek beach in Cox’s Bazar, surfing is steadily gaining popularity among local teenagers and young adults. Every day, they brave challenges and obstacles to experience the thrill of riding the waves, embracing the sea not just as a backdrop but as a playground. Locals remember a time when foreign tourists were the only ones who enjoyed surfing. But today, the scene has shifted—young men and women from the community are taking to the waves with passion and persistence. For many, it is not only a source of joy and adventure but also a horizon of future possibilities.
Hussain Shetu/Cox’s Bazar Life
