Khulna, Oct. 27 -- day government-imposed fishing ban, hilsa (ilish) has made its return to markets in Khulna, though supplies remain limited and prices high.

The ban, aimed at protecting mother hilsa and ensuring sustainable production, ended on October 25, after which fishermen resumed fishing and Khulna's markets began receiving limited supplies, driving prices up.

On Sunday, modest quantities of hilsa arrived at several wholesale markets across the city, including Rupsa, Moylapota, Nirala, New Market, Khalishpur Chitrali, Daulatpur, Fulbari Gate, Shiromoni and Fultala.

Retailers reported that hilsa weighing around one kilogram was selling for Tk 3,000-3,200, while those weighing 700-900 grams were priced at Tk 1,800-2,000. Smaller ...