Eastern W Khasi Hills bans fish ‘illegally imported’ from Bangladesh

Shillong: The district magistrate of Eastern West Khasi Hills district, headquartered in Mairang, has under Section 163 of BNSS, 2023, issued an official order, prohibiting the transportation, storage, sale or distribution of fish ‘illegally imported’ from Bangladesh without valid legal documents.The order also prohibits the use of any vehicle, vessel, boat, or assisting, harbouring, or facilitating individuals or groups involved in such illegal activities.The magisterial order on Jan 13 was issued in view of reports received that ‘illegal transportation of migrants and fish from Bangladesh’ has been taking place through various border routes, riverine channels, roads, and market points within Meghalaya. “Such illegal items may enter the district through various channels and can pose a threat to national security, public order, public health, and economic interests, and there is sufficient ground for immediate prevention,” the order said.