1 year ago
Hyderabad Anglers Delight in Monsoon-Filled Lakes
The monsoon rains have filled up the lakes in Hyderabad, and this makes the local fishers very happy.
Fishing is a really old and popular hobby there, and lots of people love it, from those with lots of money to those with less.
They use all sorts of equipment, from simple to fancy.
The government sees that fishing is a good way to attract tourists and is working to improve it at some lakes.
Experienced fishers remember how things used to be, but they still enjoy the sport a lot, learning new things all the time.
It's a hobby that teaches patience and lets people enjoy being outdoors.
Hyderabad's lakes are full from monsoon rains, pleasing local anglers.
Fishing is a popular hobby in Hyderabad, enjoyed by people from various backgrounds.
The fisheries department is investing in angling, with a pilot project at Shamirpet lake.
Anglers reminisce about historic lakes and the evolution of fishing equipment.
Angling is seen as a hobby that fosters patience, concentration, and a connection with nature.
- Who
- Anglers of Hyderabad.
- What
- Hyderabad's lakes are full and anglers are enjoying the fishing season.
- Where
- Hyderabad, India, including lakes like Hussainsagar and Shamirpet.
- When
- The monsoon season.
- Why
- The monsoon rains have refilled the lakes, making it a good time for fishing.
Key facts
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Hobby
- Fishing/Angling
- Key Lakes
- Hussainsagar, Himayatsagar, Shamirpet
- Fishing Gear
- Shimano and Abu Garcia reels
- Fisheries project investment
- ₹2 crore
- Oldest Angler
- 93 year old Mohammed Nizamuddin
Quotes
John Victor Paul
An angler for over four decades
“I started as a kid at Hussainsagar and have since fished nearly every lake around Hyderabad. My biggest catch was a 7-kg murrel in the Manjeera, and recently a trout in Kodaikanal.”
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Victor
An angler
“Most of our gear, Shimano and Abu Garcia reels, used to be available only in the US, but international sports stores in Hyderabad now stock them”
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Mettu Saikumar
Fisheries department chairperson
“Fishing has been overlooked for years, but we see great potential. We’re spending about ₹2 crore to develop Shamirpet so families can enjoy the hobby. Other lakes will follow.”
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Mohammed Nizamuddin
Ninety-three-year-old angler of Ameerpet
“My father arranged fishing outings for the Nizam of Hyderabad and other royals. My biggest catch was a 37-kg Calcutta rohu in Gandipet.”
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Lin D’Silva
Angler of Secunderabad
“Forty years on, it’s still my first choice for weekends. Techniques vary with each species, season, and location, and experience only deepens the joy.”
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One veteran
An unidentified veteran angler
“Angling teaches concentration, patience, and pure joy amid nature. Hyderabad may change, but as long as the waters hold fish, we’ll keep casting our lines.”
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