The orientation session began at 10.30 AM. Dr. Ginson Joseph congratulated the students for opting B.Sc. Aquaculture for their UG study.  Aquaculture being a sector of food production As gained grip on global economy not only as a bread winner but a bloomed industry bringing big quantum of foreign exchange to the nation. Blue economy has already emerged as a sector of substance for business and trade.               The resource person elaborated the relevance and significance of aquaculture and allied sectors as the most potent industry to earn foreign exchange and elevate the living conditions, improve nutrition security and contribute to the GDP growth of the nation.             Dr. Ginson gave his experiences as a student of aquaculture starting from his school education presenting himself as an average student till graduation. He attributed his academic achievements to his own hard work, perseverance, and his focus on ambition. He advised the students regarding the concerted efforts from inner mind to conquer heights in life.  The manthra of success resides on self confidence, he reiterated.             The interaction session lasted for 30 minutes after the lecture. Ajay, Sadhiya, Niveditha, and Sharafas made their queries on various aspects including the scope of higher studies in foreign countries, engaging in entrepreneurships, internships and research aspirations. Dr. Ginson answered them with added enthusiasm to satiate their questions.