Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Minister Distributes Fishing Nets to Fishermen
A minister gave fishing nets to seven fishermen in a place called Turpu Nayudupalem.
Each net cost Rs 2.43 lakh.
The minister said the government will also give boats and engines soon.
He talked about other help the government gives, like money for older fishermen and programs to help them earn more.
The government will also give auto-rickshaws to fishermen at a discount.
The minister said the government is working hard to make life better for fishermen and to help the fishing industry grow.
Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy distributed fishing nets to 7 traditional fishermen in Turpu Nayudupalem under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Yojana.
Each fishing net was valued at Rs 2.43 lakh.
The Minister announced upcoming distribution of boats and engines, emphasizing the government's commitment to fisheries development.
Various welfare schemes were highlighted, including pensions for fishermen above 50 years and income enhancement programs through sea feed initiatives.
The government will provide auto-rickshaws to fishermen at a 40 percent subsidy shortly.
- Who
- Social Welfare Minister Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy and 7 traditional fishermen
- What
- Distribution of fishing nets under Pradhan Mantri Matsya Yojana
- When
- Friday
- Where
- Turpu Nayudupalem, Kondapi
- Why
- To support traditional fishermen and improve livelihoods through fisheries development and welfare schemes
- Location
- Turpu Nayudupalem, Kondapi
- Event Date
- Friday
- Recipients
- 7 traditional fishermen
- Net Value
- Rs 2.43 lakh per unit
- Schemes Mentioned
- Pradhan Mantri Matsya Yojana, pensions for fishermen above 50, sea feed initiatives, auto-rickshaws at 40% subsidy
- Future Plans
- Distribution of boats and engines
- Minister
- Dr Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy