Archive · 11 Jun 2025
Workshop Explores Challenges and Solutions for Aquatic Ecosystems
Imagine a special meeting about a big lake called Chilika.
Scientists, experts, and community leaders gathered to talk about how to keep the lake healthy.
They discussed problems like pollution, losing animals, and catching too many fish.
They worried about the Hilsa fish disappearing, which is important for both the lake and the people who live nearby.
They talked about solutions like fishing rules and certifications to protect the lake and the jobs of the local fishermen.
The goal is to keep the lake and its fish healthy for everyone.
A workshop addressed challenges to aquatic ecosystems, focusing on Chilika Lake.
Discussions covered pollution, biodiversity loss, overfishing, and impacts on food security.
Experts explored solutions, including Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification.
Declining Hilsa populations and fishery resource management were key concerns.
The event was organized by ICAR-CIFRI, Chilika Development Authority, and SSNI.
- Who
- Scientists, policymakers, industry experts, community leaders, and fishermen.
- What
- A workshop discussing the challenges facing aquatic ecosystems, particularly Chilika Lake.
- When
- Held on Wednesday, in collaboration with World Environment Day and World Oceans Day.
- Where
- ICAR-CIFRI Barrackpore, focusing on Chilika Lake.
- Why
- To address issues like pollution, biodiversity loss, overfishing, and their impact on local livelihoods, as well as discuss solutions for healthy aquatic ecosystems.
Benefits of MSC
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MSC Certification
Benefits of MSC
MSC sustainability certification
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- Organizers
- ICAR-CIFRI, CDA, SSNI
- Location
- ICAR-CIFRI Barrackpore; Chilika Lake
- Focus
- Aquatic Ecosystems Sustainability
- Key Issues
- Pollution, Biodiversity Loss, Overfishing, Declining Hilsa population
- Solutions Discussed
- MSC certification, sustainable fisheries management
- Participants
- Scientists, policymakers, industry experts, community leaders, fishermen