# Floodwaters revive fishermen’s hopes for Pulasa catch in Godavari 2026-08-10T05:56:04+00:00 | India | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Fresh floodwaters in the Godavari have revived hopes among fishermen and food lovers for the Pulasa (Hilsa) season, though catches have been limited so far, reports The New Indian Express. The fish has started appearing around Siddhantam, Ravulapalem, Vijjeswaram and Dowleswaram. Fishermen expect larger hauls once the floodwaters move downstream towards Polavaram and adjoining canals. Pulasa migrates from the Bay of Bengal into freshwater rivers during breeding season, but its availability has declined compared with previous years, making the fish expensive due to limited supply and strong demand. For locals, the arrival of Pulasa is a cherished seasonal tradition linked to the river’s floods. ## Coverage - newindianexpress.com Tags: Andhra Pradesh, fishermen, Godavari floods, hilsa, Monsoon, Pulasa Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/floodwaters-revive-fishermens-hopes-for-pulasa-catch-in-godavari/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/floodwaters-revive-fishermens-hopes-for-pulasa-catch-in-godavari/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.