Madanjeet Kumar Singh: Chandauli’s inspiration who gave new wings to his dreams through fish farming 

Madanjeet Kumar Singh, a marginal farmer, who brought a revolution in the field of fish farming with his hard work and foresight. Despite having an MSc in Mathematics, he dreamed of fish farming in his fields instead of moving towards a traditional job. 12 years ago, he started this journey with his own money. Later, he got a subsidy under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, which gave a new direction to his business.

There is a name in Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh which has become an example in the field of fish farming, that is Madanjeet Kumar Singh. On the strength of his hard work, passion and innovation, he not only changed his life but also became an inspiration for hundreds of farmers.

Start of the story: A confluence of passion and education

Madanjeet Kumar Singh, a marginal farmer, who brought a revolution in the field of fish farming with his hard work and foresight. Despite having an MSc in Mathematics, he dreamed of fish farming in his fields instead of moving towards a job. 12 years ago, he started this journey with his own money. Later, he got subsidy under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, which gave a new direction to his business.

Fish farming empire

Today, Madanjeet has 12 ponds and an area of ​​2 hectares, where he does fish farming on a large scale. He specializes in Rohu, Katla and Pangasius fish. Every year he produces around 400 quintals of Pangasius fish and other fish. The quality and quantity of his production has earned him the first position in IMC fish production at the district and state level.

Network outside the district and state

Madanjeet’s business is not limited to Chandauli only. He supplies fish to many parts of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. He has a strong transport network, and many buyers buy fish directly from him.

Network of live fish and finger size seeds

Madanjeet has also set up an FFPO (Farmer Producer Organization) to help the farmers. Through this, he provides finger size fish seeds. This effort to teach fish farming to farmers and make them self-reliant gives him an even more distinct identity.

A big source of employment

Madanjeet has also made his business a source of employment. He provides 200 days of employment. 8 permanent workers and 3 daily wage workers work regularly at his fishery.

A journey of inspiration and learning

Madanjeet’s journey was not easy. He got inspiration from the fish farming industry and farmers of Andhra Pradesh. He learned the nuances of fish farming with his own hard work and mastered this art. His brother also helps him in his work, which makes his business even stronger.

A mix of organic and traditional methods

Madanjeet raises his fish using natural and organic methods. This ensures that his fish are not only beneficial for health, but their quality is also the best in the market.

An inspiration for farmers

Madanjeet is not just a successful fish farmer; He is also a teacher. He has inspired many farmers to promote fish farming instead of traditional crops. Through his experiences, he explains to them how this business can be more profitable.

Achievements and future journey

Madanjeet has achieved many achievements in his field:

Annual income has reached between Rs 11 to 20 lakh.

He has secured first position in IMC production twice.

His aim is to bring more farmers into this field through fish farming.

A farmer who became a symbol of change

Madanjeet’s journey proves that big things can be achieved even with limited resources. He showed that with hard work, knowledge and the right approach, one can make his dreams come true. Madanjeet Kumar Singh is not only an inspiration for the farmers of his district, but is an example for the entire country. His efforts have given Chandauli a new identity in the field of fish farming.