Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAH&D), Government of India, engaged with 59 Champion Fish Farmers from across the country on 28th January 2026 through a video conference. The interactive session included Padma Shri awardees, representatives from the Rajya Sabha,…
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Mayabunder to Get ₹199 Crore Smart & Integrated Fishing Harbour
The Department of Fisheries, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has approved the development of a Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Mayabunder, Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The project, estimated at ₹199.24 crore with 100% central financial assistance, will be implemented under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada…
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Dr Abhilaksh Likhi Visits ICAR-CIBA to Boost Shrimp Farming
Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Government of India, visited the ICAR-Central Institute of Brackishwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIBA) and its Muttukadu Experimental Station in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on 19 January 2026. The visit focused on promoting indigenous technology, climate-smart aquaculture, and efficient resource utilization for sustainable shrimp farming. Interaction with…
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National Fisheries Meet Maps Growth Path 2026
New Delhi witnessed the National Conference of Fisheries Secretaries convened by the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, on January 16, 2026. Chaired by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Union Secretary, the meeting focused on reviewing the implementation of key schemes including the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana…
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Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh to Attend Blue Food Security Summit in Israel
Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh, will undertake an official visit to Israel from 13–15 January 2026 at the invitation of Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Mr. Avi Dichter. The visit is part of the Second Global Summit on Blue Food Security:…