Manipur: Emoinu fish festival 2025 surpasses expectations with over 86,000 kg of fish sold

Imphal witnessed a remarkable success at the Emoinu Fish Festival 2025, organized by the Department of Fisheries, Government of Manipur at Hapta Kangjeibung. The festival not only met but exceeded its sales target, achieving a total fish production of 86,286 kilograms against the projected target of 80,000 kilograms, as per a release by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR).  

The record-breaking sale featured Indian Major Carps (IMCs), exotic carps, and a variety of indigenous fish species. Among the districts, Imphal West led with a production of 38,720 kilograms, followed by Bishnupur District at 19,425 kilograms, Thoubal District at 18,940 kilograms, and Imphal East with 4,720 kilograms. Additionally, districts such as Senapati, Tamenglong, and Ukhrul actively participated alongside the Chief Executive Officers of Fish Farmers Development Agencies (FFDA) from Imphal and Bishnupur.

A major attraction of the event was the sale of Nung-Nga, a highly sought-after indigenous riverine fish cultivated in the hill district rivers of Manipur. Approximately 1,000 kilograms of Nung-Nga were made available, sourced from farms owned by Chungkham Kopeshwar Singh of Wangoi Makha Leikai and Ningthoujam Basanta Singh of Khordak village.  

Equally popular was the locally cultivated Sareng (Wallago attu), which drew large crowds. Demand for this homegrown variety has been on the rise, and its stall saw brisk business with stocks selling out rapidly.  

The festival also showcased agro-horticultural produce, dry fish, and homemade items prepared by Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from relief camps, contributing Rs 3.60 lakh to the event's overall business.  

This exceptional turnout underscores the relentless dedication of Manipur’s fish farmers and the Department of Fisheries to promote sustainable fishery and aquaculture practices, marking yet another milestone in the state’s journey toward self-reliance in fish production.