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The event aimed to promote scientific aquaculture practices, equip farmers with hands-on skills, and enhance rural livelihoods through sustainable fish farming.
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Inaugural Session: Leadership Speaks
C.R. Khampa, Deputy Commissioner of Namsai, inaugurated the event and urged stakeholders to adopt multi-species aquaculture for rural economic transformation and local self-sufficiency in fish production. He emphasized aquaculture’s potential as a driver of employment and economic empowerment.
Dr. Keshab Sharma, DPO-Namsai, encouraged trainees to participate across the aquaculture value chain, from hatchery management to marketing.
Technical & Practical Sessions
On the second day, MLA of Namsai, Chau Zingnu Namchoom, addressed the gathering and stressed the importance of modern technologies and youth participation in aquaculture. He highlighted prawn culture as an emerging area with high income potential.
Mrs Joram Rupa, Assistant Director of Fisheries, gave in-depth lectures on scientific fish rearing practices.
Ashim Borah, Officer-in-Charge, NFDB-NERC, discussed various government schemes, shared case studies, and conducted sessions on pond management, breeding technologies, and financial opportunities available to fish farmers under NFDB.
Hands-On Training and Field Exposure
Participants benefited from live demonstrations led by:
The training included live breeding demonstrations using intramuscular hormone injections and interactive sessions at Jona–I Fish Seed Farm (Lathao).
The program concluded with a vote of thanks, recognizing the role of experts, facilitators, and participants in making the initiative impactful. The event reinforced NFDB-NERC’s commitment to empowering fish farmers and advancing aquaculture technology across the Northeast.