Bharuch emerges as key Hilsa fish supplier amid Bangladesh shortfall; here’s what’s happening
Thursday, 4 September 2025 () Bharuch, Gujarat, has emerged as a significant hilsa source, delivering a record 4,000 tonnes across India due to decreased production in West Bengal and absent imports from Bangladesh. Fish from the Narmada River are now being sold in major cities like Kolkata and Mumbai. Importers are lobbying for Bangladesh hilsa exports to meet festive season demand amid supply shortages.