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New Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
India world's second largest fish producer: Union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh
BHUBANESWAR: Union minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAH&D) Rajiv Ranjan Singh on Thursday said the central government has made a historic investment of Rs 38,572 crore through various schemes for significantly enhancing income and livelihood security of people involved in the sector. Speaking at an event organised at CIFA here to mark National Fish Farmers Day 2025, he said the fisheries sector provides livelihood to over three crore fishers and fish farmers in the country. They have catapulted India to the position of second-largest fish producer in the world, with inland fisheries contributing nearly 75 per cent of the total production. Singh emphasised the importance of cluster development as a strategy for scaling up production and encouraged fish farmers to leverage financial assistance under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme. The minister launched new fisheries clusters under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) in 17 states, including Odisha. The new additions bring the total number of fisheries clusters across the country to 34. He also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 70 projects with an outlay of Rs 105 crore, spanning 11 states. Union secretary of FAH&D Abhilaksh Likhi highlighted major initiatives including the aqua park in Sambalpur, scampi hatcheries and disaster preparedness in 18 cyclone-prone villages in the state. He lauded Odisha's key role in the highest fish production and the government's focus on deep-sea fishing and harbour modernisation. F&ARD minister Gokulananda Mallik, secretary SK Vashist and CIFA director PK Sahoo were present.
India Gazette
2 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh unveils 17 New Fisheries Clusters on National Fish Farmers Day at ICAR-CIFA, Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 10 (ANI): The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying (MoFAH&D), celebrated National Fish Farmers' Day 2025 on Thursday at ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA) in Bhubaneswar. The event recognized the invaluable contributions of fishers, fish farmers, and fisher folk to the nation's burgeoning fisheries sector. Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Rajiv Ranjan Singh presided over the celebrations, marking the occasion with the launch of 17 new fisheries clusters under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). These new additions bring the total number of fisheries clusters across the country to 34, significantly upscaling efforts to boost the sector. The Minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 70 projects with an outlay of Rs 105 crore, spanning 11 states. A series of key fisheries initiatives was unveiled by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, including the release of the ICAR Training Calendar and the introduction of guidelines on seed certification and hatchery operations. These measures aim to ensure quality, standardisation, and robust capacity building within the fisheries sector. The Minister also felicitated various fisheries beneficiaries, including traditional fishers, cooperatives and FFPOs, KCC cardholders, and promising fisheries start-ups, acknowledging their vital role. Rajiv Ranjan Singh lauded the dedication of India's fishers and fish farmers, crediting them for India's remarkable achievement of becoming the world's second-largest fish producer, with inland fisheries contributing nearly 75% of the total production. He highlighted that the fisheries sector provides nutrition and livelihoods for over 3 crore fishers and fish farmers. 'Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Government has made a historic investment of Rs 38,572 crore through various schemes, significantly enhancing incomes and livelihood security across the sector', he added. The Minister reinforced the importance of cluster development as a strategy for scaling up production and encouraged fish farmers to leverage financial assistance under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme. Strong emphasis was placed on monitoring outcomes to drive measurable progress towards the realisation of Vision 2047 for a resilient, inclusive, and globally competitive fisheries sector. Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying SP Singh Baghel underscored the critical role of the fisheries sector in doubling farmers' incomes under the vision of the Blue Revolution. He highlighted the significant contributions of innovations and advanced technologies developed by ICAR fisheries research institutes to the increase in fish production and productivity. Fishers and fish farmers were encouraged to actively leverage government support mechanisms, including insurance schemes, access to quality seed, modern technologies, and innovative practices, to enhance their income and strengthen their livelihoods. Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, and Minority Affairs, George Kurian, congratulated all stakeholders on reaching a record fish production of 195 lakh tonnes, marking a 105% increase over the past decade. He commended the invaluable contributions of the fish farming community and reaffirmed the Government's commitment to supporting their journey toward a more prosperous and sustainable future. Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, MoFAH&D, highlighted major initiatives including the Aqua park in Sambalpur, scampi hatcheries, and disaster preparedness in 18 cyclone-prone villages. He emphasised Odisha's key role in meeting India's 195 lakh tonne fish production target and the government's focus on deep-sea fishing, harbour modernisation, and capacity building through ICAR. (ANI)
India Gazette
3 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Centre invested Rs 38,572 Cr in fisheries sector since 2015, doubling fish production: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): The Central government has cumulatively invested Rs 38,572 crore in the fisheries sector since 2015, resulting in a doubling of fish production in the country, a press release stated. According to the press release by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, since 2015, the Government of India has infused an accumulative investment to the tune of Rs 38,572 crore in the fisheries sector. As a result, India's fish production rose from 95.79 lakh tonnes in FY 2013-14 to a record 195 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25, marking 104 per cent growth. Inland fisheries and aquaculture witnessed a 140 per cent increase. India's seafood exports have crossed Rs 60,500 crore, with shrimp production jumping by 270 per cent over the last decade. The investment in the fisheries sector has been made under the government's Blue Revolution initiative. As per the Department of Fisheries' website, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries has merged all ongoing schemes under the umbrella of Blue Revolution. Meanwhile, Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, will launch several key initiatives at the National Fish Farmers Day 2025 celebrations at ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (CIFA), Bhubaneswar, on July 10. The initiatives include the announcement of new Fisheries Clusters, the release of the ICAR Training Calendar, and the unveiling of guidelines on seed certification and hatchery operations aimed at ensuring quality, standardisation, and capacity building in the fisheries sector. The Union Minister will also felicitate fisheries beneficiaries, including traditional fishers, cooperatives/FFPOs, KCC cardholders, and promising fisheries start-ups. In addition, virtual foundation stones will be laid, and select PMMSY-supported fisheries projects will be inaugurated, marking a strong push towards infrastructure development, entrepreneurship promotion, and inclusive growth in the sector, the press release said. National Fish Farmer Day 2025 is celebrated to honour and commemorate the contributions of Professor Dr Hiralal Chaudhury and his colleague Dr K. H. Alikunhi, who guided the induced breeding and reproduction in Indian Major Carps using the Hypophysation technique on this day in 1957, which eventually led to a revolution in Inland Aquaculture. (ANI)
Indian Express
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Delhi Confidential: Hindi Push
IN ITS effort to encourage the use of Hindi in official work, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying led by Rajiv Ranjan Singh has decided to award 10 cash prizes to employees who increasingly use Hindi in their official documentation and communication. The cash prizes will range from Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000. To be eligible for the prize, the employees must write a minimum of 20,000 words in Hindi during 2025–26. The move aims to strengthen and promote the use of Hindi in administrative work. There is much speculation surrounding the election of new state BJP chiefs. Party insiders say the top leadership seems keen to appoint those who enjoy cordial relations with chief ministers in the BJP-ruled states. For instance, Ravindra Chavan, who has been appointed Maharashtra BJP president, is known to be a confidant of CM Devendra Fadnavis. Hemant Khandelwal, elected as the Madhya Pradesh unit chief, is believed to be the choice of CM Mohan Yadav. This, party leaders say, is a clear signal from the leadership that it wants to curb factionalism.
The Print
02-07-2025
- Business
- The Print
Centre considering Rs 100-cr proposal for integrated aqua park in J-K: Union fisheries minister
Singh said flagship schemes like the Blue Revolution, Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF), and PMMSY have played a transformative role in strengthening the fisheries ecosystem in Jammu and Kashmir. The Union fisheries minister said the park will serve as a model for holistic cold-water aquaculture development and reiterated the government's commitment to holistic rural development, farmer empowerment, and realising the vision of a self-reliant and developed India. Srinagar, Jul 2 (PTI) The Centre is considering a Rs 100-crore proposal for an Integrated Aqua Park in Jammu and Kashmir under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) Phase-II, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh said here on Wednesday. He said that over 10 crore farmers across the country depend on livestock for their livelihoods, with more than 90 per cent of dairy animals owned by small and marginal farmers. The sector contributes 12.26 per cent of rural household income, with women accounting for over 70 per cent of the dairy sector participation and 32 per cent of dairy cooperative membership, demonstrating its vital role in inclusive growth, the minister said. Singh said milk production in Jammu and Kashmir has risen from 19.50 lakh tonnes in 2014-15 to 28.74 lakh tonnes in 2023-24, recording a 47 per cent rise, while per capita milk availability in the Union Territory stands at 413 grams daily. PTI MIJ NSD NSD This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
