A river has a unique connection with gastronomy, culture, and diplomacy. Hilsa or ilish macch is not only a cherished delicacy but also a symbol of auspiciousness and fortune. When the river has an abundance of native fish like hilsa, the river is considered to be in good health.
Durga Puja often coincides with the end of the monsoon season, which is also when hilsa is most abundant. Hilsa spawns throughout the year, but the peak harvest season spans September and October. The fish is at its best quality during this period, making it a highly sought-after item for festive meals. Hilsa from the Padma river (the lower segment of the Ganga that flows in Bangladesh) is considered the best. The peak spawning season when fishing is traditionally banned happens to be an 11-day period around the full moon in the month of October which is the Bengali month of Aswin. The days are calculated as five days before, five days after and the day of the full moon itself.
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