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Bangladesh has resumed its seasonal export of hilsa fish to India for Durga Puja 2025, though in a reduced quantity of 1,200 metric tonnes—the lowest since 2019. The first consignment of around 32 tonnes arrived in West Bengal via the Petrapole border on September 17, 2025. Hilsa from the Padma River in Bangladesh is particularly prized for its superior taste and cultural significance during Bengal’s biggest festival. The export window runs from September 16 to October 5, giving importers a limited period to complete shipments. This trade is seen as part of India-Bangladesh goodwill diplomacy, highlighting the strong cultural and economic ties between the two nations.