Hyderabad International Convention Centre - Novotel will host World Aquaculture 2025 India. Inset: plenary speaker Dr Subbanna Ayyappan.

Indian aquaculture expert named as plenary speaker at World Aquaculture conference

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The organisers of the World Aquaculture 2025 India conference due to be held in Hyderabad in November have announced Dr Subbanna Ayyappan as plenary speaker.

Ayyappan is a former deputy director-general of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and secretary to the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE).  He began his career in ICAR as a scientist at Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, in 1978.

With decades of experience in aquatic research and sustainable aquaculture practices, Ayyappan is a recognised expert in fisheries management and has played a pivotal role in shaping aquaculture policies and research initiatives in India and globally.

Optimism

Ayyappan has a degree in Fisheries Science, and a PhD in Aquatic Microbiology, and honorary doctorates conferred by 15 universities. He is also the recipient of several awards.

World Aquaculture 2025 India will take place from November 10-13, 2025 at Hyderabad International Convention Centre – Novotel and is a World Aquaculture Society event. Its theme is Aquaculture: Opportunities, Options, and Optimism.

Hyderabad has emerged as a key hub for freshwater fish farming, shrimp production, and other aquaculture ventures, helping meet the growing demand for seafood both in India and globally. 

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