Rainbow Trout Thrives in Hyderabad: India's First High-Tech Fish Farm Opens

• India's first commercial Rainbow Trout farm launched in Telangana's Ranga Reddy district, defying traditional cold-water requirements.
• The farm utilizes Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) technology to maintain suitable water temperature and cleanliness.
• Inaugurated by Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, the project by Smart Green Aquaculture Limited proves fish farming can overcome geographical limitations.
• The central government invested ₹38,572 crore since 2015 to boost the fisheries sector, aiming for increased employment and exports.
• This initiative transforms India's fisheries from traditional to high-tech, producing 14 lakh trout seeds annually and offering training.

Why It Matters: High-tech RAS farm in Hyderabad revolutionizes Rainbow Trout farming, boosting India's fisheries sector.