Tapping fisheries in reservoirs
The Hindu·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
India's Budget 2026-27 allocates funding for integrated fisheries development in 500 reservoirs and Amrit Sarovars to boost fish farmer income. The initiative includes strengthening market access through farmer-producer organisations. India ranks second globally in fish production at 197.75 lakh tonnes in 2024-25, showing 106% growth since 2013-14. Inland fisheries account for 75% of production.
Key Entities
Budget 2026-27Ministry of Fisheries500 reservoirsAmrit SarovarsIndia197.75 lakh tonnesInland fisheries