PRAYAGRAJ, July 7 -- In a bid to uplift the fishing community at the grassroots level, a major livelihood initiative focused on the rivers of Prayagraj is set to be rolled out. According to officials, the district's extensive network of perennial rivers-Ganga, Yamuna, Tons, Belan, and Mansaitha-will be developed into a sustainable source of income for local fisherfolk.

Officials added that the initiative seeks to empower traditional fishing communities by promoting fishery cooperative societies.

These cooperatives are being directly linked to employment opportunities, ensuring access to both resources and financial assistance. To support this effort, the government will auction fishing rights along 187 kilometers of river stretches in t...