Govt to take necessary initiatives for conserving marine fishes: Farida | News

MYMENSINGH, Sept 28, 2025 (BSS) - Fisheries and Livestock Advisor Farida Akter today said the government will take necessary measures for conserving marine fishes through controlling overfishing in the Bay of Bengal. “Our valuable fisheries resources are at risk, due to overfishing using current nets, troll doors, and sonar systems in coastal and marine areas. As such, the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock have decided to take necessary steps to safeguard these resources,” she said. The adviser made the remarks while speaking at a workshop titled "Annual Research Progress (2024-25) Review and Planning (2025-26)" held at the auditorium of the Bangladesh Fisheries Research Institute (BFRI) in the district, an official release said. In her speech, Farida said previously 60 percent...