Bangladesh has started exporting hilsa to India ahead of Durga Puja, with the first consignment of 37.46 metric tons entering through Benapole land port. Five Indian firms imported the fish, while five Bangladeshi exporters, including Lucky Trading and Swarnali Enterprise, supplied the shipment. In total, Bangladesh has permitted 1,200 metric tons of hilsa to be exported by October 5 at $12.5 per kg. Officials say the move will boost the economy and create opportunities for fish farmers.
On the occasion of the upcoming Durga Puja, a consignment of 37.46 metric tons of hilsa has been exported to India. On Tuesday night (September 16), the first shipment crossed through the Benapole land port in seven trucks and entered India’s Petrapole port, confirmed Benapole Port Director Shamim Hossain.
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