Import and export operations between Bangladesh and India through the Hili Land Port remain suspended today, Tuesday, 5 August, due to a scheduled public holiday. However, cross-border travel for passport holders via the immigration checkpoint will continue as usual.
The announcement was made on Monday afternoon (4 August) by Ferdous Rahman, President of the Bangla Hili C&F Agents Association, who confirmed that the suspension is a collective decision taken by traders in light of the official holiday.
Rahman stated:
“Since 5 August is a government holiday, all import-export trade activities through Hili will remain closed in accordance with the traders’ decision. Operations will resume on Wednesday morning as per the regular schedule.”
Meanwhile, Officer-in-Charge Ariful Islam of the Hili Immigration Checkpost reiterated that although trade will be paused, travellers carrying valid passports may continue to cross the border normally.
Overview of Operational Status at Hili Land Port
| Date | Operational Status | Details |
| 5 August (Tuesday) | Import-Export Suspended | Due to public holiday; decision made by trader association |
| Immigration Open | Passport-holding travellers can cross as usual | |
| 6 August (Wednesday) | Import-Export Resumes | Trade to resume following regular schedule |
This temporary suspension reflects routine coordination between trade bodies and port authorities to accommodate public holidays without disrupting immigration or essential movement between the two neighbouring countries.
