Meghalaya bans illegally imported fish from Bangladesh in 2 districts

03-Feb-2026

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Authorities in Meghalaya have banned the transportation, storage and sale of fish 'illegally imported' from Bangladesh in at least two districts following reports of unregulated consignments entering the state through porous border routes, officials said on February 2.

East Khasi Hills and South West Khasi Hills districts have issued the ban citing concerns over public health and bio-security, they said.

The order also prohibits "the use of any vehicle, vessel, boat or other conveyance, and assisting, harbouring or facilitating any individual or group involved in such illegal activities," it said.