Singrauli: Northern Coalfields Limited (Northern Coalfields Limited) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the district administration of Singrauli to establish a modern Fish Seed Production (Hatchery) Unit under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme. The initiative aims to strengthen rural livelihoods and promote sustainable aquaculture development in the region.
₹67.57 Lakh Project to Boost Fish Production
The proposed hatchery project will be developed at an estimated cost of ₹67.57 lakh. It is designed to enhance fish seed availability and significantly improve fish production capacity in Singrauli and surrounding areas.
Officials stated that the project is expected to directly and indirectly benefit around 30,000 people, especially those engaged in fisheries and allied rural occupations.
Strengthening Livelihood Opportunities in Rural Areas
The initiative is part of a broader effort to create sustainable income sources for local communities. By improving access to quality fish seed, the project will help:
- Increase fish farming productivity
- Support local fishermen and small-scale aquaculture farmers
- Generate new employment opportunities
- Strengthen rural income stability
The project is expected to play a key role in enhancing the economic resilience of the region.
Focus on Sustainable Aquaculture Development
The fish hatchery aligns with NCL’s focus on promoting sustainable and community-driven development in its operational areas.
By improving aquaculture infrastructure, the initiative aims to:
- Ensure consistent supply of fish seed
- Reduce dependency on external sources
- Encourage scientific fish farming practices
- Improve overall regional fish output
CSR Push for Holistic Community Development
As a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, NCL has been actively engaged in CSR initiatives across sectors such as education, healthcare, skill development, and livelihood enhancement.
The hatchery project adds to its ongoing efforts to support long-term socio-economic development in mining-affected regions.
Boost for Singrauli’s Rural Economy
Singrauli is expected to benefit significantly from this project as it strengthens local aquaculture infrastructure and opens new avenues for income generation.
The initiative reflects a shift toward more diversified and sustainable rural development models in the region.
Step Towards Sustainable Livelihoods
The fish seed hatchery project marks an important milestone in NCL’s CSR-led development strategy. By combining infrastructure development with livelihood creation, the initiative is expected to deliver long-term benefits to thousands of families in Singrauli.
About Northern Coalfields Limited
Northern Coalfields Limited is a major subsidiary of Coal India Limited, engaged in coal mining operations in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. The company actively undertakes CSR initiatives focused on improving education, healthcare, skill development, and rural livelihoods in its operational areas.
