A progressive fish farmer from Manipur has earned widespread recognition for his contributions to fisheries and aquaculture, receiving several prestigious awards at both state and national levels.

Salam Rohendro Singh, a resident of Laphupat Tera Mayai Leikai, has spent more than two decades working in the aquaculture sector, combining traditional experience with modern scientific techniques to improve fish production.

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A Journey Built on Training and Innovation

To strengthen his technical knowledge in aquaculture, Rohendro Singh actively participated in several training programmes organized by the Department of Fisheries Manipur and national research institutions.

In June 2014, he completed a five-day short-term course on Fish Farming Technology organized by the District Fishery Office, Imphal West. The training focused on essential aspects of aquaculture such as pond preparation, fish seed management, feeding practices, and modern fish farming techniques.

He further enhanced his expertise by attending a three-day Skill Development Training on Wetland Management from June 28–30, 2017. The programme was organised by the Fisheries Department in collaboration with the National Fisheries Development Board.

Technical sessions during the programme were delivered by experts and scientists from Indian Council of Agricultural Research and the Krishi Vigyan Kendra Imphal West, focusing on sustainable wetland management and improving fish productivity.

Recognition for Excellence in Fish Farming

Rohendro Singh’s dedication to scientific fish farming has been recognized through several awards.

On November 5, 2021, he secured first prize in the Fish Fair-cum-Fish Crop Competition organised by the Department of Fisheries, Manipur.

The following year, on July 11, 2022, he received the Best Progressive Fish Farmer Award during the 22nd National Fish Farmers’ Day organised by the ICAR Directorate of Coldwater Fisheries Research in Bhimtal, Nainital.

In December 2022, he was honoured with the Haricharan Das Memorial Best Progressive Farmer Award by the North-East Society for Fisheries and Aquaculture during the International Conference on Responsible Aquaculture and Sustainable Fisheries Interact 2022.

His achievements continued in 2023 when he received the Innovative Farmer Award during the Krishi Kumbha Mela organised by the ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region at Umiam, Meghalaya.

Most recently, Rohendro Singh was honoured with the IARI Innovative Farmer Award 2026 during a national programme organised by Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi.

Sharing Knowledge with Other Farmers

Beyond his own farming success, Rohendro Singh has been invited several times to share his experience with fellow farmers and agricultural stakeholders.

He participated as an interaction guest speaker in knowledge-sharing programmes held on March 7, 2023; December 23, 2023; October 25, 2024; and November 18, 2025.

These sessions focused on practical techniques, sustainable aquaculture practices, and opportunities for farmers to improve productivity through scientific fish farming.

A Model for Sustainable Aquaculture

With more than 20 years of experience, Rohendro Singh manages aquaculture across approximately 5.5 hectares of pond area, including both owned and leased land.

His farm consists of 10 pond units dedicated to producing fish fry, fingerlings, and table fish of several freshwater species.

By combining modern aquaculture practices with local knowledge, Rohendro Singh has emerged as a role model for aspiring fish farmers in Manipur and the wider Northeast region.

His work highlights the growing potential of fisheries as a sustainable livelihood sector and an important contributor to rural economic development.

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