Sahar (Tor putitora) formed a substantial natural fishery in the major riverine and lacustrine ecosystem of Nepal. Biological diversity of this species is being threatened by various anthropogenic activities. In view of the conservational value and the aquaculture potential of T.putitora, significant development in artificial propagation of this species has been achieved. Information and data on growth and production of Sahar in captive environment are meager. Farmers’ perception on raising this species and analysis of comparative advantage over other cultivated carp species are essential whether or not Sahar could be established in current aquaculture setting………………..

Sahar (Tor putitora) formed a substantial natural fishery in the major riverine and lacustrine ecosystem of Nepal. Biological diversity of this species is being threatened by various anthropogenic activities. In view of the conservational value and the aquaculture potential of T.putitora, significant development in artificial propagation of this species has been achieved. Information and data on growth and production of Sahar in captive environment are meager. Farmers’ perception on raising this species and analysis of comparative advantage over other cultivated carp species are essential whether or not Sahar could be established in current aquaculture setting………………..