Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Assam's Nagi Duck and Rajdigheli Goose Recognized Nationally
The Nagi duck and Rajdigheli goose, which are special breeds found in Assam, India, have been officially recognized by a national organization called NBAGR.
This means these breeds are now known and valued all over the country.
The Nagi duck is known for laying a lot of eggs, about 150 each year.
Scientists and researchers have been studying these breeds for a long time, almost 25 years, to get this recognition.
This is a big deal because it helps people in Assam who raise these birds and makes these breeds famous.
Earlier, other animals from Assam like cattle, buffalo, and pigs have also been recognized in this way.
Nagi duck and Rajdigheli goose from Assam recognized by NBAGR.
Recognition provides national and international identity to these breeds.
Nagi duck lays around 150 eggs per year.
Research for Nagi duck recognition spanned 25 years.
Key researchers include Dr. Galib Uz Zaman and Dr. Niranjan Kalita.
- Who
- National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR)
- What
- Recognition of Nagi duck and Rajdigheli goose breeds
- When
- Recently, with research spanning 25 years for the Nagi duck
- Where
- Barak Valley, Assam, India
- Why
- To provide distinct identity and recognition at national and international levels
- Breeds Recognized
- Nagi duck and Rajdigheli goose
- Location
- Barak Valley, Assam
- Recognized By
- National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources (NBAGR)
- Egg Production
- Nagi duck lays around 150 eggs per year
- Research Duration
- 25 years for Nagi duck recognition
- Key Researchers
- Dr. Galib Uz Zaman, Dr. Niranjan Kalita, among others
- Initiative
- ICAR adhoc project