Government Initiatives to Boost Marine Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare in Odisha
The Government of India is investing significantly in the marine fisheries sector through the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) and the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF). Odisha is a key beneficiary, with projects approved for infrastructure development and financial assistance to support fishermen during annual fishing bans. The government is also promoting deep-sea fishing and aquaculture to enhance livelihoods and export competitiveness.
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