The state of Telangana proudly announces its achievement of winning the National Award for Best Inland Fisheries for the year 2024. This award was presented in recognition of the innovative initiatives and development-focused outlook of the Fisheries Department in 2024. The award was conferred by the Union Minister for Animal Husbandry, Fisheries, and Dairy, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, at a grand event held in Delhi on the occasion of World Fisheries Day. It was received by the Special Chief Secretary of Fisheries, Sri Sabyasachi Ghosh, IAS, and the Director of Fisheries, Mrs. Priyanka Ala, IAS. The Award was formally handed over today to the Honourable Chief Minster, Sri Anumula Revanth Reddy.
Telangana's Fisheries Department has emerged as a leader in the country. The state is home to 5,901 fisheries cooperative societies with a total membership of 4,13,120. Since December 2023, 225 new societies have been established, enrolling 8,069 new members, further strengthening the cooperative network. Under the Group Accidental Insurance Scheme, a premium of ₹139.77 lakh was paid to insure the lives of 4.16 lakh fishers, setting a notable example. Additionally, the construction of new fish ponds was sanctioned, covering an area of 195.94 hectares with a project cost of ₹2145.44 lakh.
To conserve and promote striped murrel fish, a Center of Excellence is being set up at the Yellampalli Reservoir in Mancherial district in collaboration with ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA). Furthermore, an export-oriented state-of-the-art fish market is being developed at Koheda in Ranga Reddy district at a cost of ₹47.03 crore. As part of the “Indira Mahila Shakti” program, 32 mobile fish retail outlets were distributed to women’s self-help groups with a 60% subsidy.
This year, the state achieved fish production of 4.56 lakh tons, generating a revenue of ₹7,059.04 crore, significantly contributing to the state's economy. Telangana's Fisheries Department has set new benchmarks in the sector, solidifying its position as a frontrunner in inland fisheries development in the country.
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