Published - February 15, 2026 10:33 am IST Kashmir is known for its waterbodies such as the Dal lake, Wular lake, Anchar lake, and the Jhelum and Sindh rivers that provide a natural habitat for a variety of fish, including trout, carp, and some indigenous species. As settlements grew around these water bodies, fishing became both a means of livelihood as well as a traditional occupation in this part of the world. Catching fish in Kashmir is by both traditional and modern methods, using nets, traps, and small boats in lakes and slow-moving waters.
