Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Gujarat Leads India's Blue Economy with 10.42 Lakh MT Annual Fish Output
Gujarat, with the longest coastline in India, is the top state in the blue economy.
It produces over 10 million metric tonnes of fish each year, including 7.64 lakh MT from the sea and 2.78 lakh MT from inland.
The state's fish is in high demand worldwide, earning it lots of money.
The government is helping the fishing industry grow and improve the lives of fishermen.
Gujarat tops India in blue economy with 10.42 lakh MT annual fish production
State ranks second in marine fish output and sixth in overall fish production
Gujarat's fish production expected to cross 11 lakh MT in 2025-26
State's fisheries sector is a major exporter, boosting foreign exchange earnings
Gujarat's 'Blue Revolution' driven by coordinated efforts from Centre and state
- Who
- Gujarat
- What
- Leads India's blue economy with 10.42 lakh MT annual fish production
- When
- 2024-25 and expected to cross 11 lakh MT in 2025-26
- Where
- Gujarat, India
- Why
- Strong marine resources and robust policy support
Environmentalists
Fisheries Industry
Overfishing
Environmentalists
Concerns about sustainability and depletion of fish stocks
Fisheries Industry
Industry argues for balanced approach and responsible fishing practices
- Total Fish Production (2024-25)
- 10.42 lakh MT
- Marine Fish Production (2024-25)
- 7.64 lakh MT
- Inland Fish Production (2024-25)
- 2.78 lakh MT
- Expected Production (2025-26)
- Over 11 lakh MT
- Average Annual Production (Past 4 Years)
- Over 9.30 lakh MT