Changing Scenario in Inland Fresh Water Fisheries and Fishing in Purba Medinipur: A Study

Abstract

One of the major resources of economy of Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal in India is its Fisheries. Since ancient time Purba Medinipur was identified as a great producer of fish when it was identified in history in the name of Tamralipta. Due to geographic location and diversified water resources it plays a vital role in the production and export of fish. A large number of people have been employed here in the different section of its production and marketing. But the overall scenario of inland freshwater fisheries and fishing of this district are not same as before. To show such changes with the help of historical sources are the object of this paper.