Ranchi, September 8, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
A young entrepreneur in Jharkhand’s Giridih district has emerged as an example of how modern technology, scientific fish farming and government support can help transform rural livelihoods, producing up to 150 tonnes of fish annually from 32 ponds.
Suman Kumar established his fisheries venture after returning from Israel, where he gained exposure to modern techniques and training. He subsequently applied the knowledge in his village and leveraged the benefits of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) to expand his fish farming operations.
He initially started with eight ponds and produced around 45-50 tonnes of fish in his first year. The venture has since expanded to 32 ponds, with annual production now ranging between 100 and 150 tonnes.
Kumar has made scientific pond management, quality fish seed and regular monitoring central to his operations. His ponds primarily contain species such as Rohu and Catla, with harvested fish supplied across Giridih and other districts of Jharkhand, as well as markets in Bihar.
The enterprise currently provides employment to more than 30-40 local residents and has also attracted interest from youths in neighbouring villages.
Kumar said wholesale prices for Rohu and Catla generally range between Rs 180 and Rs 200 per kg, depending on the species. He estimates that scientific fish farming has helped the venture achieve profit margins of around 50-60 per cent.
With the business continuing to grow, Kumar has set an ambitious target of producing 500 tonnes of fish annually in the coming years.
He believes access to modern technology, scientific knowledge and proper training can encourage more farmers and rural youth to enter fisheries, strengthening the rural economy while creating employment opportunities.
The PMMSY, launched in 2020, has coincided with significant growth in India’s fisheries sector. In 2025, the country recorded a reported record fish production of 195 lakh tonnes and became the world’s second-largest fish producer.
Kumar’s journey highlights the potential for technology-driven fisheries enterprises to create local jobs while boosting agricultural and rural incomes.
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