New Delhi, Nov. 2 -- An initiative to promote the culture of major carp fish species in Meghalaya's Ri-Bhoi district appears set to emerge as a wider fisheries development model for India's Northeast region.

According to government data reviewed by Mint, carp production in Meghalaya has jumped from 1.5 tonnes per hectare in 2025 to 4 tonnes in 2026 under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research's (ICAR) Aqua Village Model promoting quality fish seed, formulated pelleted feeds and scientific stocking practices.

"Aqua village represents the transformative potential of Indian agricultural research in addressing complex development challenges. Our focus is not just on enhancing productivity, but on building integrated, science-led liveli...