“In most cases, the mechanized boats are operated during night-time, making it difficult for us to apprehend the culprits," the UNO added. According to the local analysts and the spawn collectors, the plying of mechanized boats on the river is responsible for the recent deaths of several broodfish. “The Department of Fisheries, Department of Environment, and local administration should strictly monitor this," said Prof Kibria, also coordinator of the Halda river Research Laboratory. Death of the broodfishFrom April 16 till May 5, six broodfish were found dead in the Halda River. Additionally, the survival of critically endangered dolphins is also at stake in the Halda river.

Source: Dhaka Tribune May 22, 2019 06:38 UTC