8 DECEMBER • WORLD AQUACULTURE • WWW.WAS.ORG CHAPTER REPORTS Asian Pacific Chapter World Aquaculture India 2025 (WAI 2025), organized by the World Aquaculture Society – Asian Pacific Chapter (WAS-APC) with the support from the Government of Telangana, together with the National Organizing Committee, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), and with strong support from P.V. Narsimha Rao Telangana Veterinary University (PVNRTVU), the Society of Aquaculture Professionals (SAP), and Marine Product Export Development (MPEDA) — concluded successfully at the Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, reinforcing India’s growing leadership in global aquaculture. This year’s World Aquaculture India event brought together over 3,600 participants from 63 countries, including 90 students. The international trade show featured 110 booths highlighting innovations, technologies, and services from leading companies in India and abroad. Scientific activities included 438 abstracts, 298 oral presentations, 76 posters, and 45 technical sessions, reflecting the sector’s growing research and development momentum. The conference opened on November 11 with the Lighting of the Lamp and welcome remarks. The ceremony was graced by key leaders from WAS-APC, ICAR, PVNRTVU, the Government of Telangana, NFDB, MPEDA, and other distinguished officials. Keynote presentations included: Dr. Modadugu Vijay Gupta, World Food Prize Laureate (2005), on “Indian Aquaculture: Meeting Food and Livelihood Security” and Dr. Manuel Barange, Assistant Director General, FAO, on “Trends and Projections in Global and Regional Aquaculture: A Blue Transformation.” WAS Awards and WAS-APC Student Awards were also presented, recognizing excellence in aquaculture research. Over the three-day event, WAI 2025 delivered comprehensive sessions covering feed and nutrition, genetics, disease management, sustainability, market trends, and digital innovation. A special farmerfocused session, organized by the NFDB, brought together farmers from across India, while additional sessions were conducted by MPEDA. The exhibition halls offered a dynamic space for networking, technology demonstrations, and partnership development. Special thanks to the program chair and session chairs for their support in organizing and leading the sessions. WAI 2025 was a tremendous success, highlighting India’s leadership in aquaculture innovation and sustainability. The knowledge exchange and collaboration during the event will significantly strengthen aquaculture development across the AsiaPacific region. We extend our sincere thanks to all participants for their active involvement. We hope this event has enriched everyone with valuable insights, new technologies, and innovative ideas. We remain committed to continuing this momentum and delivering future events that support learning, innovation, and progress for all. WAS-APC expresses gratitude to its Premier Sponsors — Aker Qrill Company, Avanti, Blue Aqua, Devee Group, INVE Aquaculture, DSM, Syaqua, and Zeigler — whose support was instrumental in delivering an outstanding international event. Special appreciation is also extended to all media partners whose coverage and outreach expanded the global visibility of WAI 2025 and amplified the sector’s collective voice. — Imad Saoud, President The opening ceremony was graced by key leaders from WAS-APC, ICAR, PVNRTVU, the Government of Telangana, NFDB, MPEDA, and other distinguished officials. This year’s World Aquaculture India event brought together over 3,600 participants from 63 countries, including 90 students. The international trade show featured 110 booths highlighting innovations, technologies, and services from leading companies in India and abroad. Scientific activities included 438 abstracts, 298 oral presentations, 76 posters, and 45 technical sessions, reflecting the sector’s growing research and development momentum.
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