[1][2] Dried fish from this market is distributed to nearly all the North-eastern States and is also exported to Bhutan, Malaysia, and other South Asian countries.
[3] It is close to the Jagiroad railway station, making it easy for vendors from places like Dimapur, Shillong, Agartala & Siliguri to do business there.
[6] The fish are preserved by drying them in the sun, a traditional method that uses wind and sunlight to remove moisture.
[8] The market typically operates three days a week, Thursday, Friday and Saturday and sells approximately 500 tons of dried fish.
[3] Dried fish lasts a long time and is packed with protein, healthy fats, and minerals.