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Celebrating National Fish Farmers Day 2025

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National Fish Farmers Day is a tribute to the unwavering dedication of fish farmers who play a pivotal role in strengthening India's food security, meeting the growing demand for fish-based protein, and driving rural employment. The Government of India is marking this day to honour the contributions made by fish farmers, entrepreneurs, and fishermen to the development of the nation's fisheries sector.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Fish Farmers Day is celebrated on July 10th to recognize 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 by Hypophysation technique in 1957.
  • The event will be graced by Union Minister, MoFAHandD and Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Shri RajIv Ranjan Singh, along with other dignitaries, and will include the launch of new fisheries initiatives, felicitation of fisheries beneficiaries, and virtual foundation stones for select PMMSY-supported fisheries projects.
  • The Government of India has infused a cumulative investment of Rs 38,572 crore in the fisheries sector since 2015, resulting in a 104% growth in India's fish production, rising from 95.79 lakh tonnes in FY 2013-14 to a record 195 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25.
  • Inland fisheries and aquaculture have seen a 140% increase, showcasing the power of India's water resources and the Government's bold initiatives.
  • The seafood exports have crossed ₹60,500 crore, affirming India's global leadership in shrimp exports, with shrimp production jumping by 270% over the last decade.

Statistics:

  • India's fish production has more than doubled, rising from 95.79 lakh tonnes in FY 2013-14 to a record 195 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25, an astonishing 104% growth.
  • Inland fisheries and aquaculture have seen a 140% increase, showcasing the power of India's water resources and the Government's bold initiatives.
  • Seafood exports have crossed ₹60,500 crore, affirming India's global leadership in shrimp exports.
  • Shrimp production has jumped by 270% over the last decade, generating lakhs of employment opportunities and empowering fishers' community in the country.
  • The Government of India has infused a cumulative investment of Rs 38,572 crore in the fisheries sector since 2015.

Sources:

  • Government of India (2025). National Fish Farmers Day 2025 Celebration.
  • Press Information Bureau (PIB) Delhi (2025). National Fish Farmers Day 2025 Celebrated in Bhubaneswar.

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