Dhaka, April 8 -- Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhtar revealed that the government will observe "Jatka Conservation Week-2025" starting from April 8 with the aim of protecting and boosting Jatka (young Hilsa) production.
The adviser made this announcement at a press conference at the ministry's conference room in the afternoon, according to a ministry release.
She said conserving jatka would boost hilsa production, helping to stabilize prices and ensure better market supply.
The advisor mentioned that the interim government has implemented an effective action plan to make Hilsa affordable for common people and as part of this effort, Jatka Conservation Week will be observed during April 8 to 14.
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