Aricha Ghat
Aricha Ghat is an important river port in Bangladesh. It is situated in Manikganj District. The port is managed by Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority. Daulatdia-Paturia route ferries ply from this port.
Bangladesh Liberation War
Mukti Bahini sank one launch, three ferries, one coaster and launch and terminal pontoon in the Ghat during Bangladesh liberation war.
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.
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.
- ^ 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.
23°50′09″N 89°46′48″E / 23.8359°N 89.7800°E
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