Subodh Agarwal, the Director General of the Indira Gandhi Panchayati Raj Sansthan in Jaipur, has played a major role in promoting aquaculture in Bharatpur. While serving as the District Collector and Magistrate there, he introduced innovative ideas for creating sustainable fish farming ponds. These efforts made him a strong advocate for using aquaculture to improve food security and protect the environment. He also encouraged better fish farming methods and actively involved local communities in the process.
In India, aquaculture has grown quickly, transforming from traditional practices to a modern and thriving industry. It now plays a key role in the country’s economy and food supply. Earlier, fish farming was mainly done in ponds and rivers to meet local needs. However, with a growing population and changing eating habits, the demand for seafood has increased, making aquaculture vital to meet this need.