Dhaka, April 6 -- The National 'Jatka Conservation Week-2026' will be observed from April 7 to April 13, aiming to create mass awareness on preserving hilsa fry to boost the overall fish production.

The initiative, organised by the ministry, will be observed in 20 hilsa-rich districts across the country, Fisheries and Livestock Minster Amin Ur Rashid shared the information at a press briefing at the conference room of the ministry, marking the 'Jatka Conservation Week 2026'

The inaugural ceremony will be held in Chandpur Sadar on Tuesday.

Besides, a three-day central programme, various awareness activities have been planned in district and upazila levels.

This year's theme is- 'If we stop catching jatka, rivers and seas will be filled...