# Bangladesh saves 3000 crore taka as Eid shoppers prefer local markets over India

> Bangladesh saved around 3,000 crore taka in foreign currency as many citizens skipped Eid shopping trips to India due to political and diplomatic tensions. Previously, shoppers visited Kolkata’s New Market and Mallick B…

Published: 2026-09-16 · Desk: Latest · Source: BTV

This year, Bangladesh has managed to save around 3,000 crore taka in foreign currency as a large number of citizens chose not to travel to India for their Eid shopping. In previous years, a significant portion of Bangladeshi shoppers would visit popular Indian shopping destinations such as Kolkata's New Market and Mallick Bazaar, where they spent a substantial amount on Eid purchases. However, recent political and diplomatic tensions have led to a noticeable decline in cross-border shopping. As a result, this change has not only helped the country conserve foreign currency but also provided a boost to local businesses, with more consumers opting to shop within domestic markets for their Eid necessities.

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