Development of Seaweed in Coastal Areas
The Indian coastline, spanning 11,099 km, has been identified as having significant potential for seaweed cultivation, with 384 sites covering 24,707 hectares deemed suitable. The Department of Fisheries, Government of India, is implementing the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which prioritizes seaweed cultivation to generate employment and income for coastal communities. Over the past five years, projects worth ₹195 crore have been approved, including a Seaweed Park in Tamil Nadu. The production of seaweed has increased from 18,890 tonnes in 2015 to 74,083 tonnes in 2024, with various initiatives and collaborations enhancing the sector's development.
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