Bangladesh Tailbahi Jahaj Malik Samity, represented by its President vs. Chairman, Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) and others

Case details

Case reference as listed	Civil Appeal 456/2017
Caption / parties as listed	Bangladesh Tailbahi Jahaj Malik Samity, represented by its President vs. Chairman, Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority (BIWTA) and others
Court	Supreme Court of Bangladesh — Appellate Division
Case reference year	2017
Court website upload date	2024-05-12

Additional reference in the official index

(Arising out of Civil Revision No. 1575 of 2006)

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It is to be understood by all stakeholders that the conservancy fees are not punitive measures but rather investments in sustainable river management. Ship-owners, as beneficiaries of efficient river navigation, play an essential role in safeguarding these vital waterways. By recognizing the interconnectedness of rivers, estuaries, and the open sea, we can uphold both economic interests and environmental well-being.

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