Aricha Ghat
| Port of Aricha আরিচা নদীবন্দর | |
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Interactive map of Port of Aricha আরিচা নদীবন্দর | |
Port of Aricha আরিচা নদীবন্দর Location in Bangladesh | |
| Location | |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Location | Manikganj |
| Coordinates | 23°50′10″N 89°46′50″E / 23.8360°N 89.7806°E |
| Details | |
| Opened | 1983 |
| Owned by | Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority |
| Type of harbour | River port |
Aricha Ghat is a river port in Bangladesh. It is situated in Manikganj District.[1] The port is managed by Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority.[2] Daulatdia-Paturia route ferries ply from this port.[3][4]
History
The port officially launched its ferry operations on 31 March 1963 with a single ferry called Karnafuli.[5] During Bangladesh liberation war, Mukti Bahini sank one launch, three ferries, one coaster and launch and terminal pontoon in the Ghat.[6]
While once one of the busiest ports, its importance has seen a notable decline. This has been influenced by the availability of alternative land routes and waterways such as the more recent Jamuna Bridge.[5]
Fishing
Hilsha is caught from the area. Sudipta Das, former vice chairman of National Fishermen's Cooperative in Dhaka called the place "Prime Spot" for catching Hilsha.[7]
References
- ^ "Paturia-Daulatdia ferry link resumes after 11hrs". The Daily Star. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ^ "Ferry services in Padma resume". The Financial Express Online Version. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ^ "Dense fog disrupts ferry services". The Daily Star. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ^ "Ferry service resumes on Paturia-Daulatdia route | Dhaka Tribune". www.dhakatribune.com. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
- ^ a b "Aricha Ghat reduced to a mere launch terminal". The Business Standard. 2020-10-11. Retrieved 2026-01-17.
- ^ Roy, Mihir K. (1995). War in the Indian Ocean. New Delhi: Lancer Publishers. p. 162. ISBN 9781897829110.
- ^ Khanna, Rohit. "Hilsa hopes sail on Bangla bonhomie". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 January 2016.