Socioeconomic, livelihood and cultural profile of the Meghna River Hilsa Fishing Community in Chandpur, Bangladesh

The goal of the study was to build a comprehensive portrait socioeconomic, livelihood, and cultural profile Meghna River fishing community in Chandpur, Bangladesh. Shatnol Malopara, an ecologically economically suitable under Matlab Uttor Upazila Chandpur district, selected for in-depth investigation, where 410 fishermen relied solely on their livelihood. This is made up 185 households, supporting close 1000 people. They are all Hindus, ancestral profession. A well-structured questionnaire used collect data. research revealed that majority (35%) were 18-30 age range. preferred nuclear families (98%), average family size 5-8 individuals, which predominant at 80%. About 60% households lived tiny tin shades 40% medium shades, while did not have own land. (80%) rely solar energy illumination health facilities 50% fisher depend local pharmacy take medication. Almost 100% residents this potable drinking water, fishers ring slab latrines other pits. According survey, very poor, 20% moderately poor. Based (70%) earned between ranges 3000-5000 BDT (Bangladesh Taka) per month. During ban period, (50%) took out loans from various sources. Non-governmental organizations operate microcredit businesses provided 70% fishermen. 32% had boat gear, 68% worked as labor or engaged catch-sharing with Mohajons' boats gear. range crafts (Dingi nouka, Kosa nouka mechanization) gear (Kona jal, Gulti Dhon Chap Bada Current Chewa etc.) observed be area. plethora traditional ecological knowledge result ancestors. hilsa variety issues. Extortion by extortionists principal concern; issues included inadequate credit alternative income sources during period. To assist raising its standard living, government agencies, nonprofits, relevant groups should adopt number steps. It imperative prioritize income-generating options context.