Lakshadweep's Fisheries Sector Boosted by Ice Plant Approvals
The Department of Fisheries under India's Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying has sanctioned a project costing ₹62.43 crore, with central funding of ₹44.20 crore for fisheries activities in Lakshadweep. This includes setting up ice-plant units under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana to enhance fish preservation and processing infrastructure. Increased fish production in the region has led to improved quality and economic benefits for local fishing communities.
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