India’s First Organic Fisheries Cluster

Context:

Govt launches the first-ever organic fisheries cluster in India in Soreng, Sikkim.

• Objective:
  • The cluster will focus on promoting eco-friendly fish farming by:
    • Avoiding the use of chemicals, antibiotics, and pesticides in fish feed and the overall value chain.
    • Ensuring minimal environmental pollution and protecting aquatic ecosystems.
    • Supporting sustainable production practices in the fisheries sector.
• Government Involvement:
  • The initiative was launched virtually by Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh.
• Key Goals:
  • Encourage private investment in aquaculture infrastructure.
  • Branding of Sikkim’s cold water fisheries, enhancing its market visibility.
  • Empowerment of locals to support sustainable growth in the fisheries sector.
• Andhra Pradesh is the largest fish producing state in India

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (