In a positive move for India’s fisheries sector, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh praised the recent GST reforms introduced under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. These changes are expected to give a big boost to the Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying industries, making them more competitive globally.
The Minister encouraged everyone involved—fishermen, industry players, and government officials—to work together to increase fish production in India. Right now, the goal is to improve fish yield from 5 tons per hectare to 7 tons per hectare, helping India stand out in international markets.
During a recent meeting focused on social welfare, security, and the fisheries sector, Singh emphasized unlocking the hidden potential of inland states for seafood exports. He said this can help diversify India’s seafood exports and grow the industry further.
Singh pointed out that the fisheries sector supports over 80 million livelihoods across India, directly and indirectly. The government is committed to transforming this industry through major reforms across laws, policies, institutions, and processes. These efforts are part of a strategic plan called IGoM, which aims to build a resilient, inclusive, and export-ready fisheries ecosystem.
Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary of the Department of Fisheries, also highlighted the huge untapped export potential within the sector. He called on states, fishermen associations, exporters, and industry experts to collaborate and share ideas to boost productivity and exports.
The meeting brought together a wide range of stakeholders, including senior officials from the government, industry bodies like FICCI, CII, ASSOCHAM, and PHD Chamber, fishermen representatives, research institutes, and other key organizations. Everyone discussed ways to grow India’s fisheries sector and unlock new opportunities for the country’s economy.
