Govt to extend all cooperation to develop state-owned shrimp estates: Tuku

COX'S BAZAR, June 25 (BSS): State Minister for Fisheries and Livestock Sultan Salauddin Tuku on Thursday said the government will provide all necessary support to modernize and boost production at state-owned shrimp estates.

He urged the business leaders, fish farmers, and relevant stakeholders to work together to drive the sector forward. The state minister made these remarks during an exchange of views with local shrimp farmers and businesses after inspecting the government shrimp estate located in Rampur of Matamuhuri upazila in Cox's Bazar, said a PID release.

"We have come here to

explore ways to advance this project. We have listened to the feedback and challenges faced by businessmen and stakeholders. The issues raised, particularly regarding security and communication infrastructure, will be addressed with high priority," he said. Highlighting the economic importance of the sector, Tuku said Bangladesh once held a leading position in shrimp production across Asia and the government is working tirelessly to restore the lost glory of this sector. The Department of Fisheries and the government will extend all kinds of assistance, including technological support, he added.

The state minister urged government officials, businesses, and farmers to work sincerely to overcome existing bottlenecks and unlock the full potential of this promising sector.

Fisheries and Livestock Secretary, Director General of the Department of Fisheries, Director General of the Department of Livestock Services and local shrimp farmers and business leaders were present

at the meeting.