Major Fishing & Angling Destinations : Himalayan Valleys,
Uttaranchal, Jammu & Kashmir, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam.
Best Time for Fishing & Angling : The months of May to September
are best for fishing and angling in India.
Fishing & Angling - Go Get the Mahseer or the Catfish !

For a long time, fishing and angling have been one of the favourite water
sports for people across India. Both these adventure activities are best
suited to the Indian peninsula, because of its numerous rivers that
originate in the upper reaches of the Himalayas and flow through the
Gangetic Plains. The rivers, lakes and streams of India are home to several
variety of fish, which include Trout, Mahseer, Salmon, Bass and Shark. India
is the only breeding ground for the Mahseer, the toughest fresh water
fighting fish in the world. Other favourite fishing varieties are the
Golden, the Silver, the Silver Grey and the Black Mahseer. Besides, the
Indian coastal stretch of the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are home to
saltwater fishes like Sailfish, Tuna, Marlin, Tarpon and Bonefish. Angling
is another popular kind of fishing related activity, which is used for fish
conservation. The fishing activity is considered as an environment friendly
sport. Angling is restricted to breeding seasons of fishes, as fishes can be
protected while they are reproducing. In fact fishing and angling are the
excellent water sports for all, right from the person who loves to eat
fishes or who tries these just for pleasure and fun.
Fishing & Angling in India
India is home to several fishing sites which spread across the
Himalayan rivers and streams as well as coastal stretches of the Arabian
Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Kashmir valley often referred to as the
fisherman's paradise, has spring fed rivers and high lakes such Tso
Moriri, which offers plenty of fishing and angling opportunities. In
addition the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttaranchal are also good for trout
fishing.
Most famous fishing and angling regions include :
Fishing & Angling In Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is an excellent destination for fishing and angling.
Brown and Rainbow trout are famous all over the world as the best game
fish. The Pabbar valley region situated upstream of Rohru has many ideal
spots for fishing. Other famous sites are Chirgaon, Seema, Mandil,
Sandasu, Tikri and Dhamvari. The Beas River and its side streams like
the Sarvari, Parbati, Sainj, Hurla and Tirthan are also good for the
fishing sport.
Fishing
& Angling in Assam
Angling is one of the favourite sports of Assam. Brahamputra river in
the state offers enough fishing opportunities. Jia Bhoroli River,
Kapili, Manas and Bhalukpung are excellent for angling.
Fishing & Angling In Arunachal Pradesh
The state of Arunachal Pradesh has several ideal spots for fishing and
angling. Pasighat is a popular spot, which houses popular sites like
Yingkiong, Bodak and Siom.
Equipments Required
Basic equipments required for fishing and angling include a barbed
metal hook, nylon or Dacron line, rods, spoons and reel. The trolling
and casting from the surf are common methods of fishing. For fishing in
salt water, one needs heavier rods and reels of the bait-casting type.
Fishing & Angling Camps in India
Beemeshwari, Doddamakati and Galibore in Karnataka, together make a
perfect destination for anglers, as the river Cauvery is the natural
habitat of the world famous fish, the Mahseer. Bheemeshwari, located at
a distance of 100 kms from Bangalore, Doddamakati, is just 46 kms from
Bheemeshwari while Galibore, is 16 kms away from Doddamakati. In the
state of Assam seasonal fishing camps are set up at Potasah, which is
near to the town of Tezpur. Other famous camp sites are the Tourist
Bungalow at Bhalukpong, the banks of the Jia Bhoroli River or the
tourist lodge at Tezpur town.