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MU notches a first with Mahseer breeding
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, October 10 2025:
In a landmark development for aquaculture and biodiversity conservation in North East India, a team of fishery scientists at Manipur University has successfully bred Mahseer (Ngara in Manipuri) for the first time in North East.
The breakthrough was achieved by a team led by Dr Rameshori Yumnam, Team Leader at the Freshwater Ichthyology and Sustainable Aquaculture (FISA) Laboratory, Department of Zoology, Manipur University, in collaboration with Dr MS Akhtar of the ICAR-Central Institute of Coldwater Fisheries Research (CICFR), Bhimtal, Uttarakhand, and Somirin Varam, young professional working under the Mahseer Project in Manipur University, said a press release issued by Public Relations Officer of MU .
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This successful breeding took place at the newly established Mahseer Hatchery at Manipur University and represents a major step forward in the conservation of this ecologically significant and culturally iconic fish species, it said.
The Mahseer, often called the "Tiger of Indian Rivers," is not only a symbol of pristine freshwater ecosystems but is also endangered due to overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution.
The Golden Mahseer, in particular, was listed as endangered by the IUCN in 2018."This achievement opens new possibilities for species conservation, ecotourism and sustainable aquaculture in Manipur," said Dr Rameshori Yumnam.
"Given the Mahseer's popularity as a sport fish, this success also lays the foundation for the development of Mahseer sanctuaries and eco-tourism ventures, which can positively impact local livelihoods and contribute to revenue generation for the State," she added.
The Mahseer hatchery and ongoing research efforts are part of a broader vision to protect North East India's rich aquatic biodiversity while promoting sustainable development through science, innovation, and community engagement, she concluded.
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