Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:10pm on 11 Sep 2024,Wednesday India Global
Bangladesh has reinforced its ban on hilsa fish exports to India, a move affecting the Bengali festival of Durga Puja. With millions in West Bengal expected to celebrate in October, the scarcity of hilsa, Bangladesh's prized fish, could disrupt festivities. The new Bangladeshi government, under pressure to prioritize local consumers, has abandoned the former administration's practice of easing the ban during festivals. Hilsa prices have surged in Bangladesh, driven by poor catches and high local demand. The decision marks a significant shift from the past “hilsa diplomacy” practiced by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
