ICAR-CIFE’s Outreach Programs
National Fish Farmers Day
ICAR-CIFE Commemorates National Fish Farmers Day on 10 July every year. It is a special day for Indian fisheries as 65 years ago, on this day in 1957, two ICAR scientists Dr. Hiralal Chaudhuri and Dr. K. H. Alikunhi achieved a breakthrough in induced breeding of carps. This pioneering work helped mass scale production of quality fish seed and sowed the seeds of blue revolution. India has made great strides since then, making India the second largest aquaculture producer in the world. To mark this milestone event, 10 July is commemorated as National Fish Farmers Day since 2001. Saluting the countless fish farmers and fishers, who toil to provide nutritious and affordable fish for all, ICAR-CIFE Mumbai and its Regional Centres at Kolkata, Kakinada, Rohtak, Powarkheda and Motipur celebrate the day with enthusiasm and exuberance. CIFE used to recognise and honour the contribution of innovative fish farmers, fishers and aquapreneurs including women and tribal farmers from across India.
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Versova Koli Sea Food Festival
ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai, actively engages in outreach activities at the annual Versova Koli Seafood Festival, held each January in Mumbai. This vibrant festival celebrates the rich culinary heritage and traditions of the Koli fishing community, featuring over 40 stalls with diverse seafood delicacies and cultural performances. ICAR-CIFE's participation underscores its commitment to community engagement, sustainable fisheries, and the promotion of traditional knowledge. Through its involvement, the institute fosters collaboration with local fisherfolk, supports the dissemination of scientific advancements, and contributes to the preservation of cultural heritage.
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Fisheries Advisory Services
ICAR-CIFE regularly participates in exhibitions, aqua farmer and entrepreneur's meets, fisheries awareness programmes and provides fisheries advisory services to reach a broader spectrum of people in order to create awareness as well as educate about various dimensions of fisheries sector like employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, health benefits of fish consumption, wonders of aquatic life, the need for community based resource conservation and sustainable use and sustainable fisheries development. In addition, fishers and farmers are provided technical guidance. Scientists visit fishers and farmers to understand the issues faced by them and provide solutions.
Visit Coordination
ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE) actively engages a wide spectrum of visitors-including students, trainees, fishers, farmers, entrepreneurs, professionals, and government officials-through its dynamic outreach activities conducted year-round. The institute organizes educational tours, hands-on training programs, exhibitions, demonstrations, and interactive sessions to disseminate advanced knowledge and innovations in fisheries and aquaculture. Visitors are introduced to cutting-edge technologies in fisheries & aquaculture sector. These activities foster awareness, capacity building, and collaboration, promoting sustainable practices and entrepreneurship while strengthening linkages between science and society in the fisheries sector.
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For Visiting to ICAR-CIFE, you may write to director@cife.edu.in; hod.fees@cife.edu.in
Participation in Exhibitions
ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai, plays a proactive role in both participating in and organizing exhibitions at local, state, regional, and national levels across India. These events serve as important platforms for knowledge dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and showcasing technological innovations in fisheries and aquaculture. At the regional level, the institute engages through its regional centers in Kolkata, Rohtak, Kakinada, Pawarkheda, and Motipur conducting exhibitions during training programs, farmer-scientist interactions, and awareness drives. These efforts aim to empower local fish farmers and entrepreneurs with region-specific technologies and practices. Through its widespread participation and organization of exhibitions, ICAR-CIFE reinforces its role as a national leader in fisheries education, research, and extension, working toward the holistic growth of the sector and the empowerment of stakeholders at all levels.
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For Exhibition, you may write to director@cife.edu.in; hod.fees@cife.edu.in
Fish Swad
Fish Swad is a unique Pan-India culinary and cultural festival initiated by ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE), Mumbai, in 2022. The event celebrates India's rich and diverse fish-based cuisines, aiming to promote fish consumption and raise awareness about the fisheries sector's significance in the nation's economy. Students from various states welcomed guests in traditional attire, and the festival showcased a wide array of fish dishes prepared by CIFE's in-house master chefs. The festival attracted a diverse audience, including students, researchers, fishers, influencers, industry professionals, and the general public, offering them an unforgettable evening of rich culinary experiences. Building on the success of the inaugural event, Fish Swad 3.0 was organized on January 26, 2025, at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai. This vibrant celebration drew approximately 1,500 attendees, featuring a diverse range of fish-based cuisines from across India. Indian Council of Agricultural Research
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Outreach through TSP, SCSP & NEH Programs
ICAR-CIFE extends its outreach to marginalized and underserved communities across India through targeted programs like the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP), Scheduled Caste Sub Plan (SCSP), and North Eastern Hill (NEH) region initiatives. These programs aim to empower tribal, scheduled caste, and northeastern communities by enhancing their livelihood opportunities through fisheries and aquaculture. The institute conducts need-based training, skill development, input distribution, and technology demonstrations under these schemes. By providing access to quality seed, feed, infrastructure support, and technical guidance, ICAR-CIFE promotes inclusive growth, capacity building, and socio-economic upliftment in alignment with national goals of equity and rural development.
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