Despite the end of the annual fishing ban, hilsa remains scarce in the Padma and Meghna rivers, leaving Chandpur fishermen with disappointing catches. Supply at local markets has dropped sharply, pushing prices to record highs—up to Tk 3,000 per kg. Buyers are crowding fish markets but often leave empty-handed due to limited availability. Traders and fishermen blame poor river conditions, though experts remain hopeful that catches will rise with continued rain as the peak hilsa season approaches.