Jharkhand Farmer Turns Pond into Gold: 40K Investment Yields 2.5 Lakhs, Transforms Village

• Mahesh Minj, a farmer in Jilingda village, Saraikela-Kharsawan district, transformed a village pond into a lucrative venture.
• With an investment of just 40,000 rupees, he earns approximately 2.5 lakh rupees annually by cultivating Rohu, Catla, and shrimp.
• The 'Bada Talab' (Big Pond) serves as a vital resource for 200 households, providing water for worship, daily needs, and irrigation.
• The pond has separate bathing ghats for men and women, cement paths, and animal access points, reflecting community planning.
• It ensures irrigation even in summer, never dries up completely, and has inspired other villagers towards fish farming.