Indian Traders Suspend Cross-Border Trade throughHili Por
The Hili Exporters and C&F
Agents Association is demanding facilities and trading opportunities comparable
to those available at other West Bengal land ports, including Sonamasjid.
Traders say Hilihas a more restricted list of permitted goods, putting them at
a competitive disadvantage and contributing to declining export volumes. The suspension has already affected cargo
movement, with trucks carrying wheat, maize, bran, pulses and stone stranded on
the Indian side. Bangladeshi importers have warned that prolonged disruption
could result in significant financial losses, particularly for consignments
already in transit.
Passenger movement through the
Hili immigration checkpoint remains unaffected, with valid passport holders
continuing to cross the border. Meanwhile, traders and clearing agents on both
sides are seeking talks to resolve the dispute and restore goods movement.
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