Researchers' fears seem becoming reality. Silver hilsa is changing its movement path, leaving the coastal regions for the deep sea—a crisis highlighted by the unprecedented import of hilsa from India.Analysis of the Department of Fisheries' annual catch statistics reveals a worrying trend. Over the last three fiscal years, hilsa production has consistently declined. In FY 2022-23, catch stood at 571,342 tonnes. The following year saw a drop of 41,855 tonnes, and FY 2024-25 recorded a furthe...
