Fishing is an important activity in India, with various traditional and modern methods used across the country. In Hindi, fishing is known as मछली पकड़ना （machhli pakadna）.
India offers a wide range of fishing equipment and products for both commercial and recreational fishing. Traditional fishing nets called जाल （jaal） are still widely used in many rural areas, while modern fishing rods and reels are popular in urban centers.
Local markets across India sell various fishing accessories including hooks （कांटा - kaanta）, fishing lines （मछली पकड़ने की डोरी - machhli pakadne ki dori）, and floats （तैरता हुआ - tairta hua）. Many Indian states have specialized fishing equipment shops that cater to both amateur and professional fishermen.
The fishing industry in India also includes boat manufacturing, with traditional wooden boats and modern fiberglass boats being produced in coastal regions. Fish processing equipment and cold storage facilities are other important products supporting the fishing sector. |
