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Government of India Launches Fisheries Outreach and Awareness Program in Kerala

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The Government of India has initiated the "Fisheries Outreach and Awareness Program" to create awareness among fishers and fish farmers in Kerala about various welfare schemes and promote sustainable fisheries practices. Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Shri George Kurian, will address two events on October 25, 2025, in Thrissur and Ernakulam districts, aiming to strengthen the state's fisheries and aquaculture sectors. During the events, the minister will distribute Kisan Credit Cards, transponders, and NFDP registration certificates, and interact with local fishers and fish farmers to understand their issues and challenges.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Government of India has launched a nationwide initiative to promote sustainable fisheries practices and enhance livelihoods in the sector, with a focus on Kerala.
  • The "Fisheries Outreach and Awareness Program" aims to create awareness among fishers and fish farmers about various welfare schemes and promote sustainable fisheries practices.
  • Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Shri George Kurian, will address two events on October 25, 2025, in Thrissur and Ernakulam districts, districts.
  • Over 500 local fishers and fish farmers are expected to participate in the programs.
  • The events will serve as a platform for direct engagement between the Hon'ble Minister and stakeholders in the fisheries sector, facilitating the distribution of key benefits under the Department of Fisheries, Government of India.
  • Kerala's fisheries sector plays a crucial role in supporting the livelihoods of nearly 3 crore individuals across India.
  • Kerala has emerged as a global leader in fisheries, ranking 2nd in overall fish production and aquaculture, and 1st in shrimp production and exports.
  • The Government of India has committed cumulative investments of â,¹38,572 crore to accelerate sectoral growth since the launch of targeted interventions in 2015.
  • Total fish production has increased by 103% over the past decade.
  • Kerala has received strategic investments from the Government of India to strengthen fisheries infrastructure, with four approved projects under the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) and a central share of â,¹544.59 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).

Statistics:

  • Over 500 local fishers and fish farmers are expected to participate in the programs.
  • Kerala's fisheries sector supports the livelihoods of nearly 3 crore individuals across India.
  • Kerala ranks 2nd in overall fish production and aquaculture, and 1st in shrimp production and exports.
  • The Government of India has committed cumulative investments of â,¹38,572 crore to accelerate sectoral growth since 2015.
  • Total fish production has increased by 103% over the past decade.
  • Kerala has received a central share of â,¹544.59 crore under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
  • The Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) has approved four projects in Kerala with a total project cost of â,¹211.98 crore.

Sources:

  • "Government of India Launches Fisheries Outreach and Awareness Program in Kerala" (PIB Thiruvananthpuram, October 25, 2025)
  • "Kerala's Fisheries Sector: Emerging as a Global Leader" (Background information, not dated)

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