𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘆𝗮’𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗮𝗸𝗵𝘀!

Mandya district in Karnataka is making waves with a surprising but powerful transformation—fish farming! Once known primarily for sugarcane and agriculture, Mandya is now diving into aquaculture as a new income stream for rural communities.

At a recent review meeting, the Mandya Deputy Commissioner highlighted major strides in the fisheries sector. Out of 1,825 tanks and lakes under government control, 1,464 have already been leased out for fish farming.

This initiative has generated over ₹1 crore in revenue, showing the untapped potential of inland water resources.

The Fisheries Department, along with the Zilla Panchayat, is actively promoting the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) to support local farmers, SHGs, and youth. Subsidies, awareness camps, and free fish seed distribution are being used to encourage more participation in aquaculture.

Special focus is also being given to SC/ST communities through reserved tenders and support programs. The district is not just creating jobs—it’s building sustainable livelihoods, especially for women and small farmers.

With training, market linkages, and cooperative societies stepping in, Mandya is setting a new benchmark for rural development through aquaculture.

This “silent revolution” might just be the blueprint for inland districts across India.