National Fish Farmers Day 10th July by B.pptx

National Fish Farmers day will be celebrated to commemorate of 1st Successful day on 10th July 1957 in Induced breeding of Indian Major carps.
Introduction about Indian fisheries and Aquaculture sector and major Research & development, funding and technology transfer institutes dedicated for fish farmers supporting in Aquaculture sector promotion. Special focus on PMMSY

1. National Fish Farmers Day 10 th July By: B. BHASKAR Fisheries Coastal Aquaculture potential for Indian Coastal fishermen livelihood Sentinel-1 SAR (Ref: Arun Prasad et al, 2019) Geospatial Map of Inland Fish Production across India (Ref : Goswami & Zade , 2015)

2. National Fish Farmers day National Fish Farmers day of India is a annual event is celebrated to commemorate Professor Dr. Hiralal Chaudhury and his colleague Dr. Alikunhi for their contribution in achieving the successful induced breeding of major carps on 10th July,1957 at Angul in Odisha for the first time in the country. This pioneering work of induced breeding over the years has transformed the growth of aquaculture sector from traditional to intensive aquaculture practices and led to success of modern aquaculture industry . Fisheries Sector in India, promising sector provides livelihood, employment and entrepreneurship to more than 2.8 crore fishers and fish farmers at the primary level and several lakhs along the value chain . India's total fish output stood at 174 lakh tonnes(of this Inland production share 131.13Lakh Tonnes) in 2022-23. India is the third largest fish producer in the world, contributing 8 % to total global fish production. Inland fish production has grown to 161 lakh tonnes in 2023 from 61 lakh tonnes in 2013-14 . Aim : To recognise the accomplishments and contribution of fish farmers, aquapreneurs (entrepreneurs in the water sector) and fisherfolks in the growth of the fisheries sector in the country. To draw attention to changing the way the country manages fisheries resources to ensure sustainable stocks and healthy ecosystems .

3. Potential Aquatic resources & Dependend Stakeholders in Fisheries Sector of India sector contributes a little over 1 per cent to the country's GDP. Indian fisheries and aquaculture provide livelihood and employment to more than 30 million (3 crore) fishers and fish farmers at the primary level and many more along the fisheries value chain. During the 2022-23 fiscal, India exported fish and fish products valued at USD 8.09 billion. A major chunk of the exports comprised frozen shrimp with an export earning of USD 5.48 billion.

4. Aquaculture Sector in India Inland aquaculture Fish production in India has witnessed a tremendous growth by showcasing a production increase from 7.5 Lakhs MT during 1950-51 to the current production of 141 Lakhs MT.  Till 2000, marine fish production dominated India’s total fish production. However due to practice of science-based fisheries, Inland fisheries in India has seen a turnaround and presently contributes ~70 % of total fish production. Therefore, through the holistic approach adopted under PMMSY, inland fisheries offers immense opportunity and potential to enhance production through optimal utilization of fisheries, technology infusion and capacity building . Tanks and Ponds India has around 2.36 million Ha of Tanks & Ponds area where culture-based fishery is predominant and contributes to the maximum share in total fish production. The current production from tanks and pond is 8.5 million MT. As a major contributor towards production, the Department has prioritized to expand the horizontal area under tanks and ponds to achieve a   target production of 135 Lakhs MT. In view of that, the Department has sanctioned proposals from different states to provide necessary impetus for leveraging innovative technologies. Accordingly, below sanctions have been made under PMMSY with the total project   cost Rs 36,031.70 Lakhs . It is estimated that to achieve the goal of 13.5 million MT, 28,390 million fingerling and 202.3 lakhs ton of feed will be required annually. To ensure availability and access to good quality seed, during the course of implementing PMMSY, 9 sanctioned brood banks will be established while evaluations are ongoing for establishing more units through cluster-based approach across the country. Additionally , to mitigate the risk of monocropping , species diversification and shifting carp-based culture to scampi, pangasius , tilapia and murrels based production is being promoted. The Department targets to make further sanctions to achieve expansion of 8100 Ha each of new rearing pond, new grow-out pond area and inputs for freshwater aquaculture supplemented by increasing technology infusion and adoption of good aquaculture practices. Such strategic investments will boost overall productivity from 3 Ton/Ha to 5 Ton/Ha as per the PMMSY targets .

5. Brackish and Saline Aquaculture Brackish/Saline water aquaculture has gained a great momentum in India. India’s export growth story is primarily due to the success of brackish water aquaculture of shrimp. The last few decades have witnessed significant growth in brackish water shrimp aquaculture; production of farmed shrimp has risen from ~20 MT in 1970 to 7.47 lakh MT in 2020, thereby contributing to major export share of the INR 46,662 crores fisheries export earnings. Brackish water aquaculture offers huge potential as the country has around 1.42 million Ha of brackish/saline area, of which only ~13% is utilized. With the aim to harness its potential, the Department has focused on increasing current fish production of 0.7 million MT to 1.10 million MT by FY 2024-25. With a goal to achieve a production of 15 lakh MT, total of 45 thousand Ha of brackish water area will be incorporated by FY2024-25 boosting current productivity from ~4 ton/Ha to 8 ton/Ha. This will entail utilization of 3.9 million Ha of estuaries and 0.5 million Ha coastal mangrove areas available in the country for both finfish and shellfish culture. Owing to the high tidal amplitude, the Department has identified Gujarat and Odisha as higher potential states for brackish water aquaculture and plans to boost the brackish water aquaculture area in the states .  In FY22-23, under PMMSY 1381 hectare of Brackish water area has been developed in 8 coastal states at an investment of Rs . 109.51 crore . Additionally, Saline water aquaculture is being promoted to transform ‘Waste land to Wet-lands’ by increasing aquaculture area from 13 thousand Ha to 58 thousand Ha by FY2024-25 . This is to boost the current annual production of 4331 ton to 1.04 lakh   ton while boosting current productivity from ~6 ton/Ha to 8 ton/Ha States of Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh that have high soil salinity are thus being promoted. In FY22-23,under PMMSY 2855.59 hectare of Saline/Alkaline area has been developed at an investment of Rs . 220.78 crore . At present, shrimp farming has been promoted in 493 Ha area in Haryana with a production of ~3,120 ton with an average productivity of 6.32 ton/Ha . Action plan for Haryana and other states has been formulated to bring in more saline affected area under aquaculture for increasing production and thus productivity. Through engagement with ICAR-CIBA, the Department along with the States/UTs is also exploring sustainable ways for species diversification in brackish water aquaculture by promoting shrimps, oysters, mussels, crabs, lobsters, sea bass, groupers, mullets, milk fish, cobia, silver pompano to be cultivated.

6. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY ) The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying ( MoFAH&D ), Government of India is implementing Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) for a period of five years from 2020-21 to 2024-25 . The aims and objectives of PMMSY are harnessing fisheries, enhancing fish production, modernizing and strengthening the value chain, doubling fishers and fish farmers’ incomes, enhancing contribution to Agriculture GDP and exports, and social, physical, and economic security for fishers and fish farmers. Since 2020-21, projects amounting to Rs . 17,966.25 crore with a central share of Rs . 7505.78 crore have been approved by various States/UTs under PMMSY. PMMSY is being stepped up to enhance aquaculture productivity, doubling exports to Rs 1 lakh crore and generate 55 lakh employment opportunities Blue economy 2.0 to be launched to focus on promoting climate resilient activities, restoration and adaptation measures and development of coastal aquaculture and mariculture with integrated & multi-sectoral approach Additionally , in the Interim Budget 2024-25, it was announced that PMMSY will further be stepped up to enhance aquaculture productivity from existing 3 to 5 ton/Ha, doubling exports to Rs 1 lakh crore and generating 55 lakh employment opportunities along with big infrastructural changes of establishing 5 integrated aquapark .

7. Sagar Mitras Well-structured extension support services are envisaged under PMMSY in the form of ‘ Sagar Mitras ’, to provide requisite services to fishers and fish farmers . Youth would be engaged in fisheries extension by creation of 3347 Sagar Mitras in coastal fisher villages. Since 2020-21, the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has approved 2494 Sagar Mitras at a total project cost of Rs . 128.26 crore

8. Fish Farmers Producer Organizations (FFPOs ) The PMMSY inter-alia also provides financial assistance for setting up of Fish Farmers Producer Organizations (FFPOs) to economically empower the fishers and fish farmers and enhance their bargaining power. The Department of Fisheries has accorded approval for setting up a total of 2195 FFPOs at a total project cost of Rs . 544.85 crore comprising the formation of existing 2000 fisheries cooperatives as FFPOs and 195 new FFPOs (as of February 2024). National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) being one of the Implementing Agencies under PMMSY reported that financial assistance has been provided to promote 4 New Fish Farmer Producer Organizations (FFPOs) and strengthen 55 Primary Fisheries Cooperative Society (PFCS) as FFPOs.

9. Fisheries Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF ) In order to address the infrastructure requirement for fisheries sector, the Government during 2018-19 created the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) with a total funds size of Rs 7522.48 crore.  Extension of FIDF for another 3 years upto 2025-26 within the already approved fund size of Rs 7522.48 crore and budgetary support of Rs 939.48 crore had been announced in February 2024 by the Union Cabinet. This will further intensify the development of various fisheries infrastructures like fishing harbours, fish landing centres, ice plants, cold storage, fish transport facilities, integrated cold chain, modern fish markets, Brood Banks, Hatcheries, aquaculture development, Fish Seed Farms, etc. Additionally, the integration of the KCC Fisheries scheme onto the  Jan Samarth Portal  heralds a new era of efficiency, transparency, and inclusivity in the fisheries sector. Fishers and Fish farmers across the country can now easily apply for their KCC loans and manage their loan accounts online. These schemes collectively aim to modernize the fisheries sector, enhance fish production, ensure sustainable practices, and provide financial support, thereby contributing significantly to the economic well-being of fishermen and the overall growth of the sector​. Progress in Fisheries Sector The fisheries sector plays an important role in the Indian economy. It contributes to the national income, exports, food, and nutritional security as well as employment generation. Recognized as the ‘Sunrise Sector’, it is instrumental in sustaining the livelihoods of around 30 million people in India, particularly that of the marginalized and vulnerable communities. With record fish production of  175.45 lakh tons  in FY 2022-23, India is the 3rd largest fish producer accounting for an 8% share in global fish production, the 2nd largest aquaculture producer, the largest shrimp producer, and 4th largest seafood exporter in the world.

10. Schemes for fisheries sector Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana   Kisan Credit Card (KCC ) Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund Blue Revolution: Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries Fish Market Price Information System Group Accident Insurance Scheme (GAIS) under PMMSY scheme National Mission for Protein Supplement (NMPS) for all States/UTs under RKVY sub scheme NMPS Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) NFDB also celebrate its Foundation day on 10 th July is board dedicated for fisheries sector development at national level Way forward for reaching MPEDA-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Aquaculture is only centre exclusively dedicated for Commercial Aquaculture at National level, it can be extended its services with necessary reforms & funding and scientific support from International& national Research institutes, FAO, Worldfish , NACA& CMFRI , CIFRI, CIFA& CIBA & CIFE collaboration for transforming Aquaculture sector in with human capital development of professionals & involving Professional education, R&D, innovations for sustainable development of Indian fishermen livelihood via need based technological development for increasing aquaculture production, Poverty eradication and achieving nutritional security

11. Approved Activities under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana during Date(18-05-2024 ) (Ref: NFDB)