The brief export ban on hilsa fish has not only strained diplomatic relations with India but also resulted in a culinary crisis just before Durga Puja.
Bangladesh, while looking to reign in domestic prices, has faced criticism as the hilsa fish, vital to its identity, stirs tensions and reveals scarcity issues.
With hilsa fish making up about 12 percent of Bangladesh's total fish production, the ban revealed deeper economic challenges and overfishing affecting local access.
Amid environmental challenges, the price of hilsa fish has risen significantly, making it unaffordable for many Bangladeshi locals despite its deep cultural significance.
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