Dhaka, April 20 -- The interim government is ramping up efforts to strengthen independent air cargo operations and sustain export momentum following India's recent withdrawal of the transshipment facility for Bangladeshi exports.

In response, the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh (CAAB) has accelerated plans to expand cargo-handling capacity. Initiatives include launching dedicated cargo flights from Sylhet's Osmani International Airport and reinforcing staffing at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.

The move follows the 8 April decision by India's Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs to revoke a provision that previously allowed Bangladeshi exports to transit through Indian land ports en route to international a...