The main problems the fishing industry is facing in Pakistan are:
1: Water Pollution
Pollution on the Coast of Pakistan is mostly limited to the Karachi area. The Karachi fish harbour is severely affected by a variety of pollutants. Spillage of the oils from ships, domestic and industrial waste is causing great harm to our fishing industry.
Studies have shown that many chemicals - some of these having carcinogenic qualities -, toxic materials and heavy metals have been found in the marine life. These dangerous substances are also entering the food chain of the people whose diet comprises seafood. Water pollution is not limited to Karachi, it is also affecting the rivers of Pakistan.
2: Over-Fishing
Another problem associated with the fishing industry is that of over-fishing of shrimps through out the year, even in the breeding season.
3: Threat of Mangroves
Mangroves act as a barrier and protect the coastlines from high and low tides. The mangroves that are a breeding ground for fish and shrimps cannot thrive well in polluted sea water.
1: Water Pollution
Pollution on the Coast of Pakistan is mostly limited to the Karachi area. The Karachi fish harbour is severely affected by a variety of pollutants. Spillage of the oils from ships, domestic and industrial waste is causing great harm to our fishing industry.
Studies have shown that many chemicals - some of these having carcinogenic qualities -, toxic materials and heavy metals have been found in the marine life. These dangerous substances are also entering the food chain of the people whose diet comprises seafood. Water pollution is not limited to Karachi, it is also affecting the rivers of Pakistan.
2: Over-Fishing
Another problem associated with the fishing industry is that of over-fishing of shrimps through out the year, even in the breeding season.
3: Threat of Mangroves
Mangroves act as a barrier and protect the coastlines from high and low tides. The mangroves that are a breeding ground for fish and shrimps cannot thrive well in polluted sea water.