A meeting on conservation of fisheries resources and sustainable production was held in Kaukhali.

Pirojpur Correspondent: A meeting on conservation of fisheries resources and sustainable production of the upazila was held in Kaukhali, Pirojpur, on the occasion of the National Fisheries Day. The meeting was organized by the Upazila Administration and Fisheries Department at 11 am on Monday (August 17) in the meeting room of the Upazila Parishad. Upazila Fisheries Officer Md. Hafizur Rahman presided over the meeting, and Upazila Executive Officer Md. Asaduzzaman spoke as the chief guest. Upazila Rural Development Officer Md. Masum Mia and Upazila Social Service Officer Md. Jahangir Hossain spoke as special guests. At this time, fish farmers Abdur Jalil, Md. Alauddin and other concerned spoke. Various aspects of conservation of fisheries resources of the upazila, increasing fish production, proper use of water bodies and making the fisheries sector more sustainable were discussed in the meeting. Later, a documentary on conservation of fisheries resources and sustainable production was shown. Upazila Executive Officer Md. Asaduzzaman said, "Fisheries are one of the most important sources of our country's economy and human nutrition. To protect fisheries resources, government initiatives alone are not enough, fish farmers, fishermen and the general public must also be involved. Through this exchange of views, everyone is being made aware of the conservation of fisheries resources and sustainable production. It is very important to protect the biodiversity of rivers, canals and water bodies, stop the use of illegal nets and refrain from fishing during the breeding season. In addition, fish farmers should be encouraged to cultivate fish in modern and environmentally friendly ways. Upazila Fisheries Officer Md. Hafizur Rahman said, there are many water bodies including rivers, canals and ponds in Kaukhali. There is ample opportunity to further increase fish production in these water bodies by using proper management and modern technology. We are helping fish farmers increase their production by training them and providing necessary advice. The environment for breeding and growing must be protected. Everyone should refrain from using prohibited nets, killing small fish and fry, and harmful activities in water bodies.