New Delhi, February 26: A decade of scientific river ranching under the Government of India’s Namami Gange Programme has significantly strengthened indigenous fish stocks in the River Ganga and its tributaries. Between 2017 and 2025, 205.5 lakh indigenous fish seeds were released through 169 targeted ranching interventions, marking one of…
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PMMSY Boosts Fisheries and Aquaculture Growth in Maharashtra
The fisheries and aquaculture sector in Maharashtra is witnessing a major transformation under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), with the Union Government approving projects worth ₹981.72 crore over the last three years and the current financial year. The investments aim to strengthen marine and inland fisheries, enhance infrastructure,…
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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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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:…
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India’s Blue Economy: NITI Aayog Deep-Sea Fisheries Strategy
NITI Aayog has released a detailed report titled “India’s Blue Economy: Strategy for Harnessing Deep-Sea and Offshore Fisheries” to strengthen the country’s marine fisheries sector. Launched by Prof. Ramesh Chand and Shri B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, the report lays out a roadmap for sustainable growth, export promotion, and livelihood creation across India’s…
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India, Iceland Partner for Sustainable Fisheries Growth
A high-level Indian delegation led by Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying (MoFAH&D), completed a three-day official visit to Reykjavík, Iceland, from 10–12 September 2025. The visit focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in sustainable fisheries and aquaculture, fostering technology transfer, and promoting…