Frequently Asked Questions

Does Punjab Fisheries Department has its offices in all districts of Punjab?

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Yes, Fisheries Department has its offices in all the districts of Punjab.    
   

Has Fisheries Department the facility of analysis of soil and water for fish farming?

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Yes, Fisheries Department has the free of cost facility for the analysis of soil and water for fish farming at Fisheries Research and Training Institute Manawan G.T.Road Lahore. For contact information, visit Contact Directory.   
   

Has the Fisheries Department the licensing facility for fishing?

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Yes, the department issues the license for fishing by rod and line. The annual charges for license is Rs: 300  
   

Does the Fisheries Department issue the permit for fishing?

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Yes, the Fisheries Department issues the permit for fishing by auction in government water.    
   

Does the Fisheries Department provide the fish seed to farmers?

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Yes, fish seed is provided from all the hatcheries, aquaculture nurseries and district level nurseries to the farmer at government prescribed rates.  
   

Does Fisheries Department give training to common people?

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Yes, Fisheries Department gives training to common people for fish farming at Fisheries Research and Training Institute Manawan G.T.Road Lahore. For contact information, visit Contact Directory.    
   

Does the department prepare feasibility report for fish farming?

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Yes, the department prepares feasibility report for fish farming at district level offices without any charging and technical guidance is provided to the fish farmer free of cost.  
   

Has Fisheries Department publicity office?

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Yes, Fisheries Department has the publicity office by which all information and literature is provided to the fish farmers.   
   

What is the name of culture able fish in Punjab?

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Rahu, Mori, Thaila, Silver-carp, Saul, Kalbans, Masheer, Singharee, Gulfam, Bighead carp, Grass-carp, Rainbow Trout are culture able fish.  
   

Does the department take action about illegal fishing?

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Yes, department takes action about illegal fishing and accused can also be punished by court