A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was on Thursday signed between the Bhubaneswar-based ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture and the Sambalpur University for research collaboration between both organisations besides student exchanges and training.The MOU was signed by Sambalpur University Vice-Chancellor Prof Sanjiv Mittal and CIFA Director Dr Saroj Kumar Swain. Dr Swain applauded the works being undertaken by the Sambalpur University and its vision for raising the living standards of weaker sections of society in western Odisha. Prof Mittal stressed the need for greater collaboration and using science and technology for the betterment of society.
Prof Mittal further emphasised the need for infusing modern aquaculture such as biofloc technology (BFT), development of public aquarium, nutrition research and intensive aquaculture as a means of livelihood support. In future, the collaboration will extend to joint research and education in the field of freshwater aquaculture.