Giant 100-kg 'Sankuch' fish caught from Odisha’s Devi River; sold at Rs 50k

In a remarkable catch that has sparked excitement across coastal Odisha, a quintal-weight giant Sankuch fish was netted by local fishermen in the Devi River at Astaranga in Puri district. The enormous catch, weighing over 100 kilograms and stretching nearly 12 feet, was discovered when a group of around twenty fishermen cast their chain nets during routine fishing.

The fishermen, hailing from Kaliakana village, initially mistook the heavy drag on the net for debris. However, moments later, they realised it was a colossal fish. What followed was nearly two hours of relentless effort to bring the fish to the riverbank, a scene that quickly became the talk of the region.

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Sold for Rs 50,000 and Sent to Kolkata

According to sources, the prized catch was immediately sold for Rs 50,000, after which it was transported to Kolkata, where such large river fish fetch lucrative prices in the wholesale markets. Onlookers described the fish as 'one of the biggest catches in recent memory', turning the riverbank into a temporary spectacle as large crowds gathered to witness the rare sight.

A Catch that will be Remembered

The dramatic haul has become a matter of local pride, highlighting both the skill and sheer perseverance of the fishermen involved. As conversations continue in the region’s markets and tea stalls, this extraordinary catch from the Devi River is likely to be remembered for years to come, a true once-in-a-lifetime moment for Astaranga’s fishing community.