15 coastal villages to be upgraded under PMMSY with modern fisheries infrastructure, climate-resilient facilities and livelihood support

Key Highlights

• ₹30 crore approved to develop 15 Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFVs) in Andhra Pradesh
• ₹15 crore already released by the Centre for project implementation
• Sorlagondhi and Gullalamodha villages in Krishna district among the beneficiaries
• Projects include fish markets, solar drying units, jetties, sea cage culture, GPS devices and fish processing infrastructure
• PMMSY extended until 30 September 2026

News

The Government of India has approved ₹30 crore for the development of 15 Climate Resilient Coastal Fishermen Villages (CRCFVs) in Andhra Pradesh under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with the aim of strengthening fisheries infrastructure, improving livelihoods and building climate resilience in coastal communities.

According to the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, ₹15 crore has already been released to the Andhra Pradesh government for implementing the approved projects.

The initiative is part of a nationwide programme to transform 100 coastal fishing villages into economically vibrant and climate-resilient communities. Unlike the Integrated Modern Coastal Villages component, which follows a 60:40 Centre-State funding pattern, the CRCFV programme is fully funded (100%) by the Central Government, with an investment of ₹2 crore per village.

Among the approved villages are Sorlagondhi and Gullalamodha in Krishna district, where infrastructure upgrades and livelihood projects are being rolled out.

Infrastructure and Livelihood Focus

The approved interventions include:

• Extension of jetties for safer boat mooring
• Fish drying platforms
• Solar fish drying units
• Multipurpose fisheries centres
• Common fish markets
• High-mast solar lighting
• Sea cage culture projects
• Seaweed farming initiatives
• GPS devices for fishermen
• Life-saving equipment
• Ice boxes for fish handling and transportation

These projects are designed to improve post-harvest management, enhance productivity and strengthen climate resilience while creating better income opportunities for fishing communities.

The Ministry also noted that Andhra Pradesh has not opted for the separate Integrated Modern Coastal Villages component of PMMSY, which provides assistance of ₹7.5 crore per village on a shared funding basis.

The information was shared by Union Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh) in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.

Hospitality Industry Impact

The development of climate-resilient fishing villages and modern fisheries infrastructure is expected to improve the quality and consistency of seafood supplies for hotels, restaurants and seafood processors. Facilities such as fish markets, drying platforms, cold handling infrastructure and improved landing facilities can reduce post-harvest losses while strengthening the seafood supply chain for the hospitality and foodservice sectors.

Investments in value-added activities such as seaweed farming and fish processing may also create new product opportunities for premium restaurants and hospitality businesses focused on sustainable and locally sourced seafood.

Travel & Tourism Impact

Modern fishing villages equipped with better infrastructure can support coastal tourism by improving local markets, seafood experiences and community-based tourism offerings. As Andhra Pradesh continues to promote its coastline as a tourism destination, upgraded fisheries infrastructure could complement beach tourism through seafood trails, local fish markets and cultural experiences centred around traditional fishing communities.

Why It Matters

The CRCFV programme reflects the government’s broader strategy of combining climate resilience with fisheries development. Beyond improving fishermen’s livelihoods, the investments are expected to strengthen seafood supply chains, support coastal economies and create long-term opportunities for hospitality, foodservice and tourism businesses dependent on high-quality marine produce.