New Delhi, Dec. 1 -- Researchers at the Central University of Odisha have discovered two Mahseer fish species from the Indravati river system in the state's southern region, officials said.

TASTY but hard to catch, the wild mahseer or “ikan kelah” is highly desired by anglers. The high price this freshwater game fish can fetch has also made it a popular fishing target.

The locals are gathered for a Tongba session, seated around a long rectangular table. The topic of discussion is fish, particularly the Golden Mahseer. Tandin Wangmo, 24, takes the lead. “Our village ...