Dhaka, April 15 -- The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has issued a rule making an electronic lock and seal mandatory for transit and transshipment goods through Chattogram and Mongla ports to India.

Also, e-tracking would be conducted through the GPS system to ensure accuracy of imported goods' shipment from ports to destinations.

However, the previous RFID system for tracking of imported goods would also valid.

The NBR customs wing has scrapped the previous rules of e-seal and lock, Electronic Seal and Lock Service Rule-2018, following widespread controversy over appointment of contractors and other aspects.

In a gazette, the wing has issued the 'Electronic Seal and Lock Rules 2024' under the Customs Act 1969 effective from April 4,...