Bihar Farmer Earns ₹3 Lakhs from Fish Farming, Inspires Others

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News18•31-12-2025, 12:56
Bihar Farmer Earns ₹3 Lakhs from Fish Farming, Inspires Others
- •Neeraj Jha from Araria, Bihar, transitioned from traditional farming to profitable fish farming.
- •He earns ₹300,000 per season from 1 acre of land by cultivating 7 fish species.
- •Inspired by a friend and social media, he started two years ago and also produces fish seeds.
- •His fish, including Rohu, Catla, Reba, and Bighead, are sold across various Bihar districts.
- •Jha also diversifies income through animal husbandry (6 buffaloes, 3 cows) and a dairy farm.
Why It Matters: Neeraj Jha's smart switch to fish farming in Araria yields high profits and inspires self-reliance.
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