Parliamentary Standing Committee’s Report on Fisheries Sector

On 19th March 2025, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Animal Husbandry tabled its report on fisheries sector in the Parliament.

  • The report evaluates the government's response to recommendations aimed at improving the fisheries sector, enhancing employment opportunities, and increasing revenue generation.

Issues Highlighted in the Report

Lack of a Dedicated Research Body

  • Fisheries research falls under Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), which lacks sector-specific focus.
  • The lack of a dedicated research body for fisheries has significant implications for the development and sustainability of the fisheries sector.

Recommendation: Establish the Indian Council for Fishery and Aquaculture Research (ICFAR).

Juvenile Fish Harvesting

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