Srinagar: Deputy Commissioner Srinagar, Syed Abid Rashid Shah Wednesday said the youth should avail the benefits of fish rearing as it offers a quick return on investment.
He made these remarks during training cum awareness program under ATMA which was organized by Department of Fisheries.
On the occasion, the DC said nature has bestowed Valley with natural streams, springs and lakes as such it offers various opportunities to earn the livelihood. He urged to youth to come forward and avail that benefits which fish rearing business offers.
He said District Administration would facilitate the process for streamlining the fish rearing business in the district.
The aim of this training was to acquaint the people associated with the trade with the latest know-how in fish culture, management practices, disease control and techniques to boost fish production.
More than 100 fish farmers of the district participated in the training program.
Among others who participated in the program include Joint Directors Fisheries, Bashir Ahmad Bhat and Muzaffar Bazaz, Deputy Director, Assistant Director and other senior officers of the department.
