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Darbhanga's Surendra Sahni Transforms Income with Village Fish Farming
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News18•24-09-2026, 14:23
Darbhanga's Surendra Sahni Transforms Income with Village Fish Farming
- •Surendra Sahni, a rural farmer from Darbhanga, started fish farming in his village, moving beyond just buying and selling.
- •Previously, he bought fish from Darbhanga's market, which was time-consuming and less profitable.
- •By farming in his village pond, he now sells fish continuously throughout the month, ensuring a steady income.
- •Surendra not only sells his fish but also supplies to small traders in nearby areas, expanding his business scope.
- •His initiative inspires other rural youth to start small businesses alongside farming, strengthening the local economy.
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Surendra Sahni previously bought fish from the Darbhanga market to sell in his village, which involved significant time, effort, and transport challenges for little profit. To overcome this, he started fish farming directly in his village pond.
His fish farming venture ensures continuous sales and a steady income throughout the month. Additionally, it provides a local market for villagers, shopkeepers, and small traders who purchase fish directly from him.
He supplies fish to small traders and shopkeepers in the vicinity, expanding his business scope. His sales also increase during weddings and other events held in nearby villages.
