In a landmark step toward ecological restoration and sustainable development, the Department of Fisheries, Longding, has launched its first-ever River Ranching Program at the Tewai and Teru Rivers.
In the presence of Hon’ble Minister Shri Gabriel D Wangsu, over 90,000 fingerlings, including species like Rohu, Katla, Mirga, and more, were released into the rivers.
This initiative is designed to:
✅ Revive native fish populations
✅ Enhance biodiversity and protect aquatic ecosystems
✅ Promote sustainable fishing and support local livelihoods
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Andaluri Srinivas 6 days 22 hours ago
Ranch eco
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
The key objectives of the River Ranching Programme are as follows:-
(A) To sustain and conserve the biodiversity in the river.
(B) Facilitate regular stocking of fingerlings of cultivable carps to enhance productivity
(C) Increase fish production.
(D) Enhance income and livelihood opportunities to communities’ dependent on these
resources.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
What is the River of Life program?
The River of Life project will leave an environmental and social legacy that brings future generations closer to the river by emphasising the importance of environmental and water management. In the long-term, education is of utmost importance in sustaining the environmental vision of River of Life.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
5. Implementation:
The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) is the nodal agency for implementing the
programme across the country.
6. Target Rivers:
The programme has focused on major river systems like the Ganga, Brahmaputra and Mahanadi.
7. States Focused:
Uttar Pradesh, Tripura, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Uttarakhand, and Bihar are among the states
focusing on river ranching activities.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
Biodiversity conservation: Supports the conservation of fish species.
Social-economic benefits: Provides economic opportunities for local communities.
Ecosystem services: Helps in understanding and assessing the ecosystem services of rivers.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
3. Ranching Process:
Fish are reared in captivity for a period, then released into rivers and later harvested
as adults.
4. Benefits:
Sustainable fisheries: Helps manage fish populations sustainably.
Habitat degradation reduction: Contributes to reducing the degradation of riverine
habitats.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
Key Aspects of the River Ranching Programme are as under:-
1. Goal:
To augment and enhance fish production in rivers.
2. Under PMMSY:
It is a special activity under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, a flagship scheme
for the development of the fisheries sector.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
The River Ranching Programme, a special activity under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana and aims to enhance fish production and productivity in rivers. It involves rearing fish in captivity for the initial stages, releasing them into rivers and then harvesting the adult fish. This approach helps in sustainable fisheries, reduces habitat degradation and contributes to biodiversity conservation and economic benefits.
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
मछली में फिंगरलिंग क्या है?
फिंगरलिंग:- एक मछली को संदर्भित करता है जो उस अवस्था में पहुंच गई है जहां पंख बढ़ाए जा सकते हैं और सुरक्षात्मक तराजू ने शरीर को ढक लिया है । इस स्तर पर, मछली आम तौर पर एक मानव उंगली के आकार के बारे में होती है, इसलिए इसका नाम फिंगरलिंग है।
BrahmDevYadav 1 week 2 days ago
What climate is best for ranching?
Semi-arid climates, such as those in parts of Australia and the western United States, offer ranching opportunities as well. These regions receive limited rainfall but still provide enough water and vegetation for grazing animals.