Manikandan P.
| Manikandan P. | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 5, 1986 Aruppukottai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Indian |
| 💼 Occupation | Entrepreneur, aquaculture specialist |
| Known for | Founder of Vedha Fish Farm |
| 👩 Spouse(s) | Manjula |
| 👶 Children | Salai Vedanth |
Manikandan P. (born 5 January 1986) is an Indian entrepreneur and aquaculture specialist. He is the founder and owner of Vedha Fish Farm, based in Aruppukottai, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. His work spans freshwater and marine aquarium fish breeding, aquarium design, and aquaculture education.
Early life and education
Manikandan was born on 5 January 1986 in Aruppukottai, Tamil Nadu. He completed his Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) at Kamaraj University.[1]
He developed an interest in aquaculture as a hobby and travelled across India to learn breeding techniques and aquarium management from established fish farms.
Career
In 2018, Manikandan founded Vedha Fish Farm in Aruppukottai. The farm specializes in:
- Marine aquarium making and breeding
- Freshwater aquarium fish breeding and grooming
Vedha Fish Farm has grown into a notable center for fish enthusiasts in Tamil Nadu, supplying ornamental fish and offering guidance on aquarium setup and maintenance.[1]
Recognition and impact
Manikandan has been recognized in Tamil agricultural and lifestyle media for promoting ornamental fish farming as a viable business and hobby. His farm has been cited as an example of how small-scale aquaculture can generate sustainable income while encouraging awareness of aquatic life.
Through his public demonstrations, interviews, and training initiatives, he has contributed to spreading knowledge about fish health management, breeding practices, and aquarium maintenance in southern Tamil Nadu. His work has encouraged younger entrepreneurs and hobbyists to explore fish farming as both a livelihood and a creative pursuit.[2]
Media coverage
Manikandan and Vedha Fish Farm have been featured in Tamil media outlets for their work in aquaculture.
- Pasumai Vikatan profiled his expertise in aquaculture and provided guidelines on tank selection and disease management.[1]
- Dinamalar covered his contributions to aquarium fish breeding in Tamil Nadu.[2]
Personal life
Manikandan is married to Manjula, and the couple has one son, Salai Vedanth. Outside aquaculture, he is interested in cyber security and fish farming research.
External links
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Aquaculture: From tank selection to disease management guidelines for profit". Pasumai Vikatan (in தமிழ்). Vikatan. Retrieved 25 September 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Article on fish farming". Dinamalar (in தமிழ்). Retrieved 25 September 2025.
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