Aricha Ghat

Aricha Ghat is an important 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]

Bangladesh Liberation War

Mukti Bahini sank one launch, three ferries, one coaster and launch and terminal pontoon in the Ghat during Bangladesh liberation war. [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.[6]

References
  1. "Paturia-Daulatdia ferry link resumes after 11hrs". The Daily Star. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
  2. "Ferry services in Padma resume". The Financial Express Online Version. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
  3. "Dense fog disrupts ferry services". The Daily Star. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
  4. "Ferry service resumes on Paturia-Daulatdia route | Dhaka Tribune". www.dhakatribune.com. Retrieved 8 January 2016.
  5. Roy, Mihir K. (1995). War in the Indian Ocean. New Delhi: Lancer Publishers. p. 162. ISBN 9781897829110.
  6. Khanna, Rohit. "Hilsa hopes sail on Bangla bonhomie". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 January 2016.


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