Attari Integrated Check Post Closed: How will it impact trade with Pakistan?

Following the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam that claimed the lives of 26 tourists, the Cabinet Committee on security announced measures restricting travel from Pakistan.

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India has closed the Attari border, a key trade route with Pakistan that has a direct impact on trade between both nations that amounted to Rs. 3,886.53 crore in 2023-24.

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Foreign Secretary Misri announced the closure on Wednesday 23rd April, allowing only returnees to cross until May 1, 2025.

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Attari, located 28 km from Amritsar, is India's first Land Port and the only permitted land route for trade with Pakistan.

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The check post has played a crucial role in cross-border trade, particularly in imports from Afghanistan.

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Key indian exports through route include soybean, chicken feed, plastic yarn and chillies while imports comprise dry fruits, cement, glass, rock salt and more.

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The Attari- Wagah corridor has witnessed fluctuating trade and passenger movements figures since 2018-19, reflecting ongoing tensions and disruptions.

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The decision is expected to affect small traders and industries that rely on these daily use items as their primary source of livelihood.

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