According to a press release, in the past seven days the River Policeconfiscated 39,723,523 meters of illegal fishing nets, 4,501 kilograms offish, 56,000 fish fry, and 350 kilograms of jellied shrimp. During the drive, authorities also removed and destroyed 373 riverine bushesused for illegal fishing activities. The seized illegal fishing nets and jellied shrimp were destroyed. The remaining fish were distributed to orphanages, while the fish fry werereleased back into the water to support the conservation of aquaticresources. River Police officials said such operations will continue across the countryto curb illegal fishing and protect the nation's waterways and fisheries.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha March 05, 2026 20:31 UTC