The World Aquaculture Society and the National Organizing Committee of World Aquaculture India 2025 is honored to announce Dr. Modadugu Vijay Gupta as a plenary speaker at World Aquaculture India 2025 (WAI2025), to be held at the Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Hyderabad, India, from November 10–13, 2025.
Dr. Gupta has been a global leader in aquaculture research and development for over 50 years, with a strong focus on improving food and nutritional security in developing countries. He has implemented projects and programs across more than 20 countries in Asia, Africa, and the Pacific, with particular emphasis on empowering rural women and landless communities through aquaculture.
Over his distinguished career, Dr. Gupta has served with UN-ESCAP, FAO, the WorldFish Center (CGIAR), and ICAR, and coordinated the International Network for Genetics in Aquaculture (INGA). He has also consulted leading international organizations, including the World Bank, ADB, UNDP, USAID, and the Commonwealth Secretariat. His many accolades include the Padma Shri (Government of India), the World Food Prize, the Sunhak Peace Prize, and an Honorary Life Membership of the World Aquaculture Society.
At WAI2025, Dr. Gupta will deliver a keynote address on “Aquaculture Opportunities, Options, and Optimism,” highlighting key challenges and opportunities for the sector.
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended
To allow broader participation, the abstract submission deadline has been extended to September 30, 2025. Student submissions will also be eligible for the Asian Pacific Chapter (APC) Awards.
WAS-APC Awards Program
WAS-APC is proud to introduce its Awards Program for WAI2025, recognizing excellence in aquaculture research, innovation, and engagement, with a particular focus on students and women in the field.
This year features the launch of a new Professional Merit Award, presented alongside the established Student and Women’s Participation Awards. All awards follow the global WAS framework to ensure fairness, consistency, and recognition across regions.
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Award Categories
- Pre-conference Student Travel Awards (Best Abstracts): 3 awards of $400 USD each – Deadline: September 30, 2025
- Student Presentation & Poster Awards (During the Conference): Prizes ranging from $400–$600 USD
- Women’s Participation Travel Awards: 2 awards of $600 USD each – Deadline: September 30, 2025
- Professional Merit Award (New in 2025): Honoring up to two individuals for outstanding contributions to aquaculture in Asia – Deadline: September 30, 2025
General Eligibility
Applicants must be current WAS or WAS-APC members. Abstract submission is required for Student Travel Awards. Past winners are not eligible.
More Information can be found out at WASAPC website Asian Pacific Chapter | World Aquaculture Society
These awards and plenary sessions reflect our commitment to nurturing the next generation of aquaculture professionals, recognizing women’s leadership, and honoring excellence across the industry.
About the Event
World Aquaculture India 2025 (WAI2025) will be held November 10–13, 2025 at the Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre, Hyderabad, India. The event will feature plenary sessions, technical presentations, an international trade show, and networking opportunities with industry leaders from around the world. Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for organizations wishing to showcase their products, services, and innovations to a highly engaged aquaculture audience.
Event Sponsor Partnership
WA2025 is proud to recognize the generous support of our premier sponsors: Blue Aqua, Devee Group, DSM-Firmenich, INVE Aquaculture, Merck MSD, SyAqua, Zeigler. Aker QRILL Company, DNV, ICC Brazil, and Avanti. Their commitment plays a vital role in the success of this global event and in advancing sustainable aquaculture practices.
Please visit the official WA2025 website at https://was.org/meeting/code/WAI2025
For conference management inquiries, contact Mr. John Cooksey at worldaqua@was.org
For booth and sponsorship details, reach out to Mr. Mario Stael at mario@marevent.com.
For General inquiries, contact WAS-APC Executive Officer at apcsec@was.org
Editor at the digital magazine AquaHoy. He holds a degree in Aquaculture Biology from the National University of Santa (UNS) and a Master’s degree in Science and Innovation Management from the Polytechnic University of Valencia, with postgraduate diplomas in Business Innovation and Innovation Management. He possesses extensive experience in the aquaculture and fisheries sector, having led the Fisheries Innovation Unit of the National Program for Innovation in Fisheries and Aquaculture (PNIPA). He has served as a senior consultant in technology watch, an innovation project formulator and advisor, and a lecturer at UNS. He is a member of the Peruvian College of Biologists and was recognized by the World Aquaculture Society (WAS) in 2016 for his contribution to aquaculture.
