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  • 30 March, 2021

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Mitali Express between India & Bangladesh

Mitali Express between India & Bangladesh

PM Modi & Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina inaugurated a passenger train between Dhaka, and New Jalpaiguri. It will strengthen the people-to-people connectivity & connect Dhaka cantonment and New Jalpaiguri on the Chilhati-Haldibari train link.

About Mitali Express:

  • The Chilhati-Haldibari train link is a significant one as it connects north Bangladesh with north Bengal.

Other Key Events:

  • On the occasion of the birth centenary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina presented a gold and silver coin to PM Modi.
  • Sheikh Hasina also handed over a silver coin to Prime Minister Modi which was released on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh Liberation.
  • Prime Minister Modi also visited Orakandi Temple and addressed a gathering.

Source: PIB


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