Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept highlights specific regional development challenges and opportunities, promotes sustainable aquaculture practices in ecologically sensitive areas, contributes to local economies, and involves advanced technologies for resource management and conservation of indigenous species.
Cold water fisheries refer to the aquaculture and capture fisheries activities conducted in the cold water regions, typically in mountainous and hilly areas. These regions are home to unique fish species like Trout and Mahseer, and their development is crucial for local livelihoods, biodiversity conservation, and regional food security.