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Present Scenario on Livelihood Status of the Fishermen in the Paira River, Southern Bangladesh: Constraints and Recommendation

Sultan Mahmud
Department of Aquaculture, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Patuakhali-8602, Bangladesh

Mir Mohammad Ali
Department of Aquaculture, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Patuakhali-8602, Bangladesh

Mohammad Lokman Ali
Department of Aquaculture, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Patuakhali-8602, Bangladesh

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

The present study was conducted to evaluate the livelihood status of the fishermen in the Paira river during the period from 17 April to 28 October, 2012. By the investigation, it was found that most of the fishermen were belonged to the age groups of 21 to 40 years (50%), represented by 54% Muslim. Medium sized family was the predominant (60%) among the fishermen, but maximum were in a joint family (84%). Over 86% of the fishermen’s primary occupation was fishing. About 38% of the fishermen were only could write name or illiterate while 46% and 14% and 2% of the fishermen were primary, secondary and higher secondary level of education, respectively. Highest income source (31%) of the fishermen were from fishing on the overall 5000 BDT/ Month. About 14% of the fishermen received health service from kobiraj, 24% from village doctors, 40% from upazila hospital and remaining 22% got health service from MBBS doctors in Health care center, PSTU. Maximum of their house were tin shed (62%), electricity facility was 82% and their main recreation purpose were radio (46%). About 26% household used kacha, 52% household used semi-pakka, only 3 (6%) household used pakka latrines and 16% had no latrines. Lack of scientific knowledge, illiteracy, and lack of government provocation were the major constraints in this area. So, the livelihood status like education, sanitation, housing condition,health condition, earning activity is possible to increase through proper management through the Government and Non- Government Organizations.

Keywords: Fishermen, Livelihood Status, Present Scenario, Constrains, Paira River

Location: Patuakhali district, Bangladesh.

Start Date: 17-14-2012

End Date: 28-10-2012

Program Area: Socio-economic and Policy

Non-commodity: Income generation

Objectives:

To assess the livelihood status of the fishermen adjacent to the Paira River in the Patuakhali district, Bangladesh

Methodology:

Study Area: The present study was conducted to assess the livelihood status of the fishermen adjacent to the Paira River in the Patuakhali district, Bangladesh. Methodology: Both primary and secondary data were used during the study. For gathering data, a combination of several survey techniques was adopted are as follows: The data were collected from 17 April to 28 October, 2012 in the adjacent area of Paira River. Secondary Data Collection: Secondary source of information consist of published material such as journals, textbooks, newspaper etc. Moreover, appropriate government and non-government organizations such as Department of Fisheries (DoF) and Local NGOs. Primary Data Collection: Field surveys were used for the collection of primary data. For the confirmation of the secondary data, primary data was used also. By using questionnaire, interviews and direct observations, primary data were gathered for this survey. Primary data were collected through structured questionnaires. The questionnaire form was filled in by interviewing from 50 fishermen fishing in the Paira River. Focus group discussion (FGD): For this research one of the PRA tool, such as Focus Group Discussion (FGD) was conducted with fish farmers. In this research, FGD was used to get an overview of the livelihood status of the fishermen of the Paira River. A total of 6 FGD sessions was conducted where each group size of FGD was 6 to 8 people. FGD session was held in front of tea stall, under the shaded area, in the open field etc. Crosscheck interviews: After collecting the data through questionnaire, interviews and FGD, crosscheck interviews were conducted with Upazila Fisheries Officer, Assistant Fisheries Officer, Field Assistant and relevant NGO workers and School teacher at their offices or home. Data Processing and Analysis: The collected data were transferred to tabular forms after careful examination and calculation. Data collected from various sources were coded and entered into a data base system using Microsoft office Software. The processed data were transferred to a master sheet from which classified tables were prepared revealing the findings of the study. Finally, these data were analyzed by MS-Excel and then presented in textual, tabular and graphical forms to understand the present status of the livelihood status and constraints of the fishermen of the studied area.

Source of Information: International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies 2015; 2(4): 23-30

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Achievement/Findings:

The livelihood status of the Fishermen in adjacent to the Paira River were not satisfactory. The education level of the Fishermen was so poor. Due to the lack of awareness as well as the poor income of the Fishermen families, the study of the poor Fishermen student doesn’t go so far. The Government should take some important stage by providing some sorts of management policy as well as providing of some extra providence during the ban season of the fishing. That may be done within the providing of the VGF card. Some forms of NGO’s activity must be ensured in the adjacent area for the improvement of the life leading status of the Fishermen. The NGO’s must be helpful about the providence of the loan which may be used for the up gradation of the income procedure. As well as health facilities should be ensured by the government assistance. So, there is a necessity of proper administrative involvement to make proper guideline for the proper use of resources by the communal people.

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