Published: 12:14 AM, 07 May 2026
Launch fares rise after fuel hike
After raising bus fares, the government now increases launch fares by 18 paisa and 14 paisa per kilometer. -Agency
The government has raised fares for inland passenger vessels following a recent increase in fuel prices.
The Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday issued a statement increasing launch fares by Tk 0.18 per kilometre for shorter routes under 100km, and Tk 0.14 per kilometre for longer distances.
The hike translates to a 6.49 percent increase for short-distance journeys and 5.88 percent for long-distance travel, the statement said, bdnews24 reports.
The government has raised fares for inland passenger vessels following a recent increase in fuel prices.
The Ministry of Shipping on Tuesday issued a statement increasing launch fares by Tk 0.18 per kilometre for shorter routes under 100km, and Tk 0.14 per kilometre for longer distances.
The hike translates to a 6.49 percent increase for short-distance journeys and 5.88 percent for long-distance travel, the statement said.
On April 23, the government raised bus fares by 11 paisa per kilometre, with the minimum fares of Tk 10 in metropolitan areas and Tk 8 outside remaining unchanged.
