We must work diligently for the development of the fish sector

He called on a message on Monday on the occasion of National Fisheries Week.Abdul Hamid said that the government has been implementing various development programs including development of fisheries for the development of Bangladesh in a mid-income country by 2021. To achieve this goal, the potential of the potentially fishery sector will make important contributions.He said the contribution and contribution of the fisheries sector in the national economy is immense. Fisheries are playing an important role in fulfilling the needs of the people in the country's health, employment, poverty alleviation and foreign exchange. Once realized the importance of fish, Bengalis were once identified as 'Mahee Bhate Bangali'. With the increase of population, the demand for fish is also increasing. International fish market is also expanding.He said there is no alternative to fishery cultivation, accumulation and care in modern and planned ways to ensure proper preservation of fish resources and to ensure healthful supply management. Domestic species of fish are going to be extinct for many reasons. Therefore, the importance of preserving the taste of native varieties of fish should also be emphasized.