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National Conference spotlights innovation & infrastructure in cold water fisheries
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Wednesday, 18 March, 2026, 12 : 00 PM [IST]
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Our Bureau, New Delhi
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The second day of the landmark National Conference on Cold Water Fisheries at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) focused on technical innovations and the structural challenges facing India’s high-altitude aquaculture. Organised by the Department of Fisheries, the event served as a critical platform for academia, industry leaders, and progressive farmers to outline a roadmap for sustainable growth in the Himalayan regions.
A major highlight was an exhibition featuring 17 exhibitors, including the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), ICAR-Central Institute of Coldwater Fisheries Research, and various private enterprises like Kashmir Trout and Garware Technical Fibres. The display showcased cutting-edge technologies, quality feed inputs, and modern aquaculture practices tailored for mountain ecosystems.
During the technical sessions, chaired by Union Secretary Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, stakeholders participated in deep-dive discussions regarding research, technology adoption, and entrepreneurship. Farmers and entrepreneurs highlighted several ground-level hurdles, including the urgent need for regional disease-testing laboratories, regular availability of climate-resilient seeds, and strategies to combat water scarcity and contamination.
Key recommendations emerged from the deliberations, most notably the proposal to establish a multi-state cooperative society for rainbow trout. Experts emphasized that for Indian cold-water fish to reach global markets, the sector requires FSSAI-approved processing facilities equipped with Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) and blast-freezing systems to meet international phyto-sanitary standards.
The discussions also underscored the importance of vertical integration and improved access to the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF). By strengthening biosecurity systems and building a robust cold-chain network, the government aims to reduce post-harvest losses and transform cold-water fisheries into a high-value, technology-driven industry that provides sustainable livelihoods across India’s northern frontiers.
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