International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Deepika, Mangesh M Bhosale and Jaiswar Rahul Ramasre

abstract
The investigation was conducted to evaluate the potential for fisheries education in Chhattisgarh, India, across both public and private sectors associated with fisheries. The survey involved a thorough examination of existing fish farms, industries, and educational institutions through an extensive venture study. Data analysis techniques including averages and percentages were employed for estimation purposes. The study revealed that a fish seed hatchery with a capacity ranging from 1.0 to 5.0 crore fry would require 8-10 fisheries graduates and 12-24 technicians. Additionally, to ensure genetic integrity conservation and management, an additional 4-5 professionals holding postgraduate degrees and 2-3 with doctorates are deemed essential. In the fish feed industry, a major unit currently producing 10,000 tonnes per annum employs approximately 100 fisheries graduates, with projections indicating an increase to 250 by the year 2025. Furthermore, the fisheries departments of Chhattisgarh have forecasted a need for an additional 2,838 posts by 2025, totaling 7,684 positions. The study underscores the anticipated demand for fisheries professionals, averaging 8,131 per year within the state and 7,598 per year outside the state during the period spanning 2021-2025. This highlights the urgent requirement to expand educational institutions and ensure the recruitment of adequately qualified staff to facilitate the robust growth of the fisheries sector and the sustainable utilization of natural resources in Chhattisgarh.