Illegal Shrimp Enclosures Threaten Farmers, Agriculture & the Fragile Ecosystem of Rajkanika Repoter : Odia Sarakari Update
#Rajkanika #Rajnagar #Kendrapara #Odisha #IllegalShrimpFarming #SaveFarmers #SaveAgriculture #ProtectBhitarkanika Date-02/07/2026,Rajkanika, Rajnagar Block, Kendrapara District, Odisha, India Hundreds of acres of fertile agricultural land in the Rajkanika region are reportedly being affected due to the expansion of alleged illegal shrimp enclosures along riverbanks. Farmers claim that chemical-contaminated water released from these shrimp farms is damaging agricultural fields, reducing soil fertility, and severely impacting crop production. For generations, agriculture has been the primary source of livelihood for local families. Today, many farmers say they are struggling to sustain themselves, with some reportedly forced to migrate in search of work after losing their crops and income. The issue is not only about farming—it also raises concerns about the ecological balance of the region. Environmental experts and local residents have expressed worries that unchecked shrimp farming n...