Fri, June 19, 2026
Ranchi/Jamshedpur: Reinforcing its commitment to advancing India's aquaculture sector through research, innovation and capacity building, the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE) showcased its pioneering contributions to fisheries development at the just concluded Agri Trade Fair 2026 held in Ranchi from June 16 to 18.
Representing the institute, Dr. M.D. Akalkur and Udipta Roy from the ICAR-CIFE Regional Research and Training Centre (RRTC), Motipur, highlighted the institute's key technological interventions, research initiatives and extension activities that have significantly strengthened fisheries development across eastern India since 2018.
The ICAR-CIFE pavilion emerged as a major attraction at the fair, drawing farmers, students, entrepreneurs, industry stakeholders and policymakers keen to explore modern aquaculture technologies and sustainable fish farming practices.
The stall received high-profile visits from Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperation Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey, along with several senior government officials, who appreciated the institute's role in promoting scientific aquaculture and enhancing livelihood opportunities in the region.
Under the leadership of Director Dr. N.P. Sahu and Officer-in-Charge Dr. M.D. Akalkur, ICAR-CIFE Motipur has been actively supporting fish farmers through technical advisory services, skill development programmes, on-field demonstrations and applied research.
These efforts have facilitated the growth of successful commercial aquaculture ventures, contributing to employment generation and rural economic development.
One notable success story is King Fisheries, Ranchi, which has emerged as a model enterprise benefiting from the institute's continuous technical guidance and mentorship.
Speaking on the occasion, Nishant Kumar, Founder and Director of King Fisheries Farms, said, "The enthusiastic response witnessed at Agri Trade Fair 2026 reflects the tremendous potential of modern aquaculture in transforming rural livelihoods. We remain grateful to ICAR-CIFE for its unwavering technical support and scientific guidance, which have been instrumental in shaping King Fisheries into a sustainable and successful enterprise. Such platforms bridge the gap between innovation and grassroots implementation, creating new avenues for growth in the fisheries sector."
An award-winning entrepreneur and aquaculture consultant, Nishant Kumar is widely recognised for his remarkable transition from a successful corporate and media career to becoming a leading advocate of technology-driven and sustainable fish farming practices in Jharkhand.
ICAR-CIFE's Regional Research and Training Centre at Motipur in Bihar's Muzaffarpur district serves as one of the institute's five major outreach centres. Spread across six hectares, the facility functions as a hub for freshwater aquaculture research, fish seed production, aquatic animal health management and farmer skill development, supporting fisheries advancement across eastern India.
The institute reiterated its commitment to fostering innovation-led growth in the fisheries sector through research, training and technology dissemination, aimed at enhancing productivity, sustainability and income generation for fish farmers across the country.
| 14-09-2018 | ||||||
| Sl No. | Parameters | Actual Data(µg/m3) | Standard Limit(µg/m3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PM 10 | 64 | 100 |
| 2 | PM 2.5 | 33 | 60 |
| 3 | SO2 | 55.3 | 80 |
| 4 | NO2 | 58.2 | 80 |
| 14-09-2018 | ||||||
| Station | Temperature(degree centigrade) | Rainfall(mm) | Relative humidity(%) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max | Min | Past 24 hrs. | Since 1st March, 2018 | Max | Min | |
| Ranchi | 31.0 | 22.5 | 000.0 | 1010.1 | 95 | 66 |
| Jamshedpur | 34.1 | 26.2 | 000.0 | 1252.8 | 87 | 58 |
| Bokaro | 33.5 | 24.6 | 015.2 | 824.0 | 92 | 79 |
| Daltonganj | 32.6 | 24.9 | 004.2 | 960.9 | 95 | 67 |
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