Fishing Competition Held at Historic Pond in Nazira

NAZIRA, October 13, 2026 — More than 50 participants took part in the first-ever fishing competition at the historic Phulpani Baruah Pond in Namati, under Phulpani Baruah Gaon Panchayat in Nazira Co-District, on Sunday, October 11.

Titled Punga Boroxi Bowa Pratijougita, the competition was organised without prior publicity and brought together local fishing enthusiasts.

According to the organising committee, the entry fee was fixed at ₹1,500 per participant, with 50 per cent of the total collection earmarked for distribution among the winners according to merit.

Participants caught several varieties of fish from the pond, including Rohu, Barali, Silver Carp and Grass Carp.

Mubin Rahman secured first place, followed by Dwipen Dutta in second place and Ranjit Gogoi in third. Akib Rahman, Dhruvajyoti Bora and Manoj Tetiya received consolation prizes.

The winners were presented with certificates of appreciation and cash prizes in recognition of their performance.

The event marked the first fishing competition of its kind at the historic pond, bringing local fishing enthusiasts together for a day of friendly competition.