India-Bangladesh trade down in pre-election season
Bangladesh is set to hold its 12th general election on January 7 and the pre-election atmosphere has cast a shadow on the cross-border trade.
Source: moneycontrol.com
Stay updated with breaking news from Bangoan Chamber. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Bangladesh is set to hold its 12th general election on January 7 and the pre-election atmosphere has cast a shadow on the cross-border trade.
The inflow to India through Petrapole reduced to 2141 passengers on December 31 from 2894 on December 21, Petrapole Land Port Manager Kamlesh Saini said. Binay Sinha, secretary of the Bangoan Chamber of Commerce, pinpointed the stark impact of the Bangladeshi elections on Bangoan's three local markets: Taw Market, Motilal Market, and New Market.