Bangladesh Halts Hilsa Imports from India Over Mislabeling Concerns
· World · India Today, Indian Express
Bangladesh has abruptly suspended ongoing imports of hilsa fish from India after its Department of Fisheries cancelled 103 no-objection certificates previously issued to importers. The decision follows recent shipments of hilsa sourced from Gujarat and exported through the Bharuch port, which were allegedly being sold to consumers as local Padma hilsa. Bangladeshi fisheries authorities issued the cancellation letter signed by acting director general Md Khaled Kanak on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Importers in Dhaka reported facing significant financial losses as purchased fish remain stranded or must be returned at lower prices. The suspension affects a permitted quota of 1,739.50 tonnes for the current fiscal year, leaving shipments typically expected ahead of Durga Puja in doubt.
Why it matters
The sudden import ban disrupts cross-border fish trade and inflicts heavy financial losses on Bangladeshi importers while raising consumer prices during the festive season.
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