ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Visakhapatnam, celebrated its 78th Foundation Day, here on Monday.
The event was inaugurated by chief guest James S.K. Adams, managing director, Dr. Agarwal’s Health Care, Visakhapatnam.
It was attended by heads of various fisheries institutes and representatives from stakeholder departments.
Around 1,000 students from six schools and research scholars from Andhra University visited the centre. The young minds were captivated by the institute’s research activities and the Marine Museum, which houses over 250 specimen and live fish, including the Golden trevally, Orange-spotted grouper, and Indian pompano along with their spawn. The exhibits on artificial reefs and marine biodiversity were major crowd-pullers, drawing awe and curiosity from the visitors.
Located at the picturesque R.K. Beach, the ICAR-CMFRI Regional Centre has been a cornerstone in supporting aqua farmers, fish culturists, and marine fishers in the region for decades. The foundation day event highlighted the institute’s commitment to marine fisheries research and conservation, while also engaging the community through interactive sessions and educational activities, said Joe K. Kizhakudan, Head of the Regional Centre.
The programme included a display and interpretation of marine biodiversity and research achievements as well as scientist interactions, where researchers answered queries from students and visitors.
Published – February 04, 2025 08:26 am IST
