The schemes and programs being implemented by the Department aims at the growth of the fisheries and aquaculture sector
The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India have recognised the urgency to protect various freshwater habitats while ensuring optimal utilisation of our national resources. In view of the same, the schemes and programs being implemented by the Department, aims at the growth of the fisheries and aquaculture sector, keeping the sustainability of the environment as the prime focus.
“Blue Revolution”, the flagship scheme of the Department, launched in the year 2015, aimed to achieve economic prosperity of the country and the fishers and fish farmers as well as contribute towards food and nutritional security through full potential utilization of water resources for fisheries development in a sustainable manner, keeping in view the bio-security and environmental concerns.
As part of the Blue Revolution scheme, various environment-friendly technologies were adopted for safeguarding our aquatic ecosystem. Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) were supported; RAS technology is eco-friendly, water-efficient, and is a highly productive intensive farming system, with zero environmental impact.
To further build on the achievements in the fisheries sector through the implementation of the Blue Revolution Scheme and develop the sector in a sustainable and responsible manner, the Government of India launched a flagship scheme of “Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)” in May 2020, with a highest-ever estimated investment of Rs 20,050 crore under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat package.
PMMSY aims to promote sustainable fish production systems/methods with minimal environmental impacts to support more crops per drop. Integrated Modern Coastal Fishing Villages will be developed under PMMSY with an investment of Rs 750 crore to leverage Blue economy with an aim to maximise economic and social benefits to coastal fishers while minimising environmental impact through sustainable fishing practices
The Department of Fisheries is committed to improve biodiversity and maintain ecological balance to bring about a positive change through its environment-friendly programs, policies and practices in the country.
