08
Mar
In a significant move to enhance bilateral trade and connectivity, India and Bangladesh have inaugurated a new immigration checkpoint in Siliguri, West Bengal. The facility, operational since February 18, 2025, aims to streamline cross-border movement and bolster economic ties between the two nations. Local businesses have welcomed this development, anticipating increased trade opportunities and economic growth in the region. The checkpoint is expected to facilitate smoother transit for goods and people, thereby strengthening the longstanding relationship between India and Bangladesh.