U.P. focuses on utilisation of Gram Sabha ponds, reservoirs, rivers to make fisheries backbone of rural livelihood
The State government says more than 80,000 hectares of Gram Sabha ponds and 2,205 km of rivers have been brought under leasing, and fish production has risen from 6.29 lakh tonnes to 15.90 lakh tonnes in eight years
The Uttar Pradesh government announced on Sunday that it is prioritizing the utilization of Gram Sabha ponds, reservoirs, and rivers to establish fisheries as a dependable income source for farmers and fishing communities. The state has leased over 80,000 hectares of Gram Sabha ponds for aquaculture purposes, organized leasing of 2,205 km of rivers, and currently supports fish production in 342 reservoirs.
Additional Chief Secretary Mukesh Kumar Meshram of the Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Department explained that this systematic approach has improved transparency, efficiency, and community involvement in fisheries management. Fish output has risen from 6.29 lakh tonnes to 15.90 lakh tonnes in the last eight years, creating employment opportunities for thousands of rural households.
Meshram, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, highlighted that scientific fish culture practices and better resource management are promoting sustainable growth without depleting ecological resources. The government's focus on modern techniques and collective investment models has led to higher productivity and more stable incomes for farmers.
This initiative aligns with the long-term goal of efficiently using underutilized water resources, boosting farmers' incomes through targeted schemes, promoting sustainable fisheries management, and achieving a balance between economic growth and ecological sustainability.
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