3834World Current AffairsMedium
Recently, India and Bangladesh launched the inaugural trial movement of vessels between which two ports? (As reported on 16 February 2024)
ABanglabandha Land Port & Mongla Port
BMaia Port & Sultanganj Port
CAshuganj Port & Mongla Port
DPetrapole Land Port & Ghojadanga Land Port
Correct answer
B. Maia Port & Sultanganj Port
Explanation
India and Bangladesh launched the inaugural trial movement of vessels between Maia Port in India and Sultanganj Port in Bangladesh on February 12. Operating on Indo Bangladesh Protocol (IBP) Route no. 5 & 6, the waterway from Maia to Dhubri via Aricha is expected to cut the distance by approximately 930 kilometers, aligning with the Act East Policy’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and trade efficiency.