Over 1,300 stakeholders join Raipur review; 34 fisheries clusters being developed to strengthen production, processing, value addition and seafood exports Raipur, August 20, 2026: Chhattisgarh is emerging as a new hub for export-oriented inland fisheries, with the Centre outlining a roadmap to scale up Tilapia production,
Government highlights ₹39,272 crore investment since 2015 and PM-MKSSY’s role in empowering fishers, aquafarmers and fisheries entrepreneurs New Delhi, August 17, 2026: The Department of Fisheries celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day on August 15 with fishers and fish farmers from across the country, reaffirming the government’s
PMMSY, PM-MKSSY and NFDP strengthen fisheries infrastructure, finance, insurance, traceability and market access as India expands its seafood value chain New Delhi, August 24, 2026: India is stepping up efforts to modernise its fisheries and aquaculture sector through a combination of digitalisation, infrastructure investment, financial assistance,
NPDD and AHIDF strengthen milk procurement, chilling, processing and cold-chain capacity across the country Key Highlights India’s milk production increased from 209.96 million tonnes in 2020-21 to 247.87 million tonnes in 2024-25. Per capita milk availability rose from 427 grams per day to 485 grams per day over
PMMSY, FIDF and PM-MKSSY target aquaculture growth, infrastructure, insurance and livelihoods across India Key Highlights Fisheries contributed 7.43% to India's Agricultural GVA and 1.09% to overall GVA in 2023-24. The Centre is implementing PMMSY, FIDF and PM-MKSSY for fisheries and aquaculture development. Kisan Credit Card (KCC) facilities have been
New fish ponds, aquaculture systems, reservoir cages and an Integrated Aqua Park boost production, incomes and rural employment Key Highlights ₹956.86 crore worth of PMMSY projects approved for Chhattisgarh between 2020-21 and 2025-26. Central share of ₹321.01 crore, of which ₹274.16 crore has been released. Fish production increased from
PMMSY, PM-MKSSY and FIDF expand infrastructure, insurance, digital services, exports and livelihood support across India Key Highlights India’s fish production increased from 147.25 lakh tonnes in 2020-21 to 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25. PMMSY has approved ₹21,584.59 crore in projects, including Central Sector and Centrally Sponsored components, with
Traditional fishers get reserved near-shore zones, while PMMSY backs livelihood assistance, artificial reefs, sea ranching and 100 climate-resilient coastal fishing villages Key Highlights Coastal States regulate fishing up to 12 nautical miles through their respective Marine Fishing Regulation Acts. Near-shore waters, generally 5–10 km from the coast, are