Bagerhat, May 31 -- The Forest Department has imposed a three-month ban on all forms of entry into the Sundarbans from June 1 to August 31 to facilitate the breeding of fish and other aquatic species, conserve biodiversity and ensure the protection of wildlife.

During this period, fishing, crab harvesting, honey collection and tourism activities will remain completely suspended across the world's largest mangrove forest.

Forest authorities said all permits for entering the Sundarbans have been cancelled and all forest-dependent workers were asked to return from the forest by Sunday evening.

Officials warned that strict legal action would be taken against anyone violating the restriction.

According to the Sundarbans Forest Division, Ju...