Online Desk: A three-month ban on fishing and tourism in the Sundarbans will begin from June 1 and will continued till August 31. According to the Forest Department, 251 species of fish release eggs during this monsoon. So to ensure the safe breeding and movement of fish and wild animals, this ban has been imposed in the area.
Movement of all types of vessels including boats, fishing trawlers in the rivers and canals as well as the entry of fishermen and honey collectors will remain suspended during the period. Besides, the ban will be applicable for safe breeding of 315 species of birds, 35 species of reptiles and 42 types of mammals.
The authorities think the breeding by the fish and different species of animals will be obstructed due to sound of operating water vessels in the water bodies. No tourists will be allowed to visit the country’s lone wildlife breeding center ‘Karamjal Wildlife Breeding Center’ and 11 other tourist spots.
Hawlader Azad Kabir, in-charge of the breeding center, however, said tough action will be taken if the restriction is ignored.