Archive · 27 Jul 2025
Jharkhand Region Transforms From Violence to Fish Farming
In a region of India once known for violence, people are now finding peace and prosperity through fish farming.
A man named Om Prakash Sahu used to be involved in a group that fought against rebels, but he decided to start a fish farm instead.
This inspired many others in his community to do the same.
Now, instead of conflict, the area is seeing families earn a good living and create jobs.
Women are also playing a big role, running fish ponds and helping the community thrive.
It's a story of changing from darkness to light, as the Prime Minister acknowledged this positive change on the radio.
Former Maoist-affected region in Jharkhand, Gumla, is undergoing a transformation.
Om Prakash Sahu, a former participant of peace committees, embraced fish farming and inspired many others.
More than 150 families in the Basia region now engage in fish farming.
Women like Preeti Kumari, Babita Devi, and Charki Devi have also entered the field, managing multiple ponds.
The transformation has led to increased income and employment in the region.
- Who
- Om Prakash Sahu and community members.
- What
- Transformation of a former Maoist-affected region through fish farming.
- When
- Ongoing, with recent recognition by the Prime Minister.
- Where
- Gumla, Jharkhand, India
- Why
- To improve livelihoods and move away from violence.
Former Violence
New Livelihoods
Path to Livelihood
Former Violence
Engaging in violence and joining armed groups.
New Livelihoods
Embracing fish farming for sustainable livelihoods.
- Location
- Gumla, Jharkhand, India
- Initiative
- Fish Farming
- Families involved
- Over 150
- Women's ponds
- 12
- Women's pond size
- 7.5 acres
- Estimated income per family
- ₹4–5 lakh annually