Gaibandha: National Fisheries Week-2025 began in Gaibandha today with much enthusiasm, marking the occasion through various programmes jointly organised by the district administration and the Department of Fisheries. This year's theme is 'building sanctuaries makes the country rich with local fish'.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the celebrations commenced with a colourful rally that started from Independence Square and concluded at the Gaibandha Shilpakala Academy after parading through the main roads of the town. The event continued with a discussion meeting held at the auditorium of the Shilpakala Academy, chaired by District Fisheries Officer Abdur Rahman Rashed.
Deputy Commissioner (DC) Chowdhury Muazzam Ahmed addressed the gathering as the chief guest, emphasizing the significant role of fisheries in meeting the nutritional needs of the population. District Livestock Officer Dr. Abdur Razzak, Deputy Director of the Department of Agricultural Extension Abdur Razzak Sarker, and other officials also spoke at the event.
Speakers at the meeting highlighted the need for a social movement to boost fish production to cater to the nutritional demands of the country's growing population. In his address, the DC called for comprehensive cooperation from all sections of society to ensure the success of National Fisheries Week. He encouraged active participation in fish cultivation and the establishment of a social movement supporting sustainable fisheries development in the district.
The event witnessed the participation of numerous district-level officials, invited guests, local elites, and journalists.