Hazaribag Recognized as India's First Pearl Farming Cluster
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Hazaribag district, Jharkhand |
| Significance | India's first and only pearl farming cluster |
| Objective | Promote scientific aquaculture, employment generation, and women participation |
| Women Involvement | Women SHGs trained in pearl farming; proposed all-women FPO for financial independence |
| Pearl Farming Basics | - Cultivation by inserting nucleus into oysters- Requires clean water, oyster species, and training |
| Pearl Types | Freshwater pearls, Saltwater pearls |