MLA Sapam Keba aims to increase fish production in Patsoi

By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, Aug 28: With the goal of increasing production of fish in Patsoi within 2 years and consequently becoming self-reliant in fish production, Sapam Kunjakeswor Singh released full grown fishes at Khamnam Leirak Pukhri Achouba today.
It may be noted that this marks the 6th phase of release of fishes in this connection.
Speaking on the occasion, the MLA stated that the people of Manipuri are big fish-lovers and sa such, efforts must be made to make the State self-reliant in production. He added that if fishes are farmed in all big ponds across Patsoi AC, it will greatly contribute towards the overall fish production of the State. With this goal in mind, the MLA stated that the day's effort had been carried out.
Adding that the State spends around Rs 400 crores in importing fish, he expressed hope that this tep will help in bringing down that amount.