The recent floods have caused widespread damage across 86 upazilas in 12 districts, severely affecting 180,819 ponds and fish farms. The estimated losses include 90,768 tonnes of fish and shrimp, as well as 337 million units of fish fry and shrimp post-larvae. The overall damage, including infrastructure losses, is valued at approximately USD 85 million.

In addition to the easy-term loans, the government will implement several other recovery measures. These include enhancing flood forecasting systems, conducting training programs, providing infrastructural support for fish farms, and distributing fish fry using unspent funds from previous activities.

The floods have also inflicted considerable losses on livestock, with an estimated USD 34.5 million in damage due to the destruction of feed and other resources. To address these issues, the government will supply animal feed, distribute vaccines to prevent disease outbreaks, and provide grass cuttings to farmers.

This comprehensive support package is designed to help the flood affected fish farmers to recover quickly and ensure the continued growth of the fisheries and livestock sectors in the flood-affected regions.

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Md Wahidur Rahman, Deputy Director of the Habiganj District Fisheries Office, reported that around 537 thousand tons of Carp-like fish and 30 million small fishes of various species were swept away by the floodwaters.

According to sources from the District Fisheries Directorate, the flood’s impact was widespread across the region:

• Habiganj Sadar Upazila: Approximately 900 fish farms affected
• Nabiganj Upazila: 250 farms affected
• Madhabpur Upazila: 200 farms affected
• Chunarughat Upazila: 82 farms affected
• Bahubal Upazila: 35 farms affected
• Shayesthaganj Upazila: 20 farms affected

As a result, around 516 fish farmers in the region have been severely affected by the flooding, facing significant challenges in rebuilding their livelihoods. The local authorities are assessing the damage and considering potential support measures for the impacted farmers.

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