Archive · 4 Oct 2025
India's Fish Production Soars, Exports Reach ₹60,524 Crore
India is doing great in the fish business!
The government has invested a lot of money since 2015.
They're now the second-biggest fish producers globally.
This means they catch and grow a lot of fish, producing 195 lakh tonnes.
The country is also exporting more fish, earning over ₹60,524 crore.
The government spoke with fishers and farmers to learn what they need, like better fish food and new technology.
They are also working on safety measures for fishermen with the help of tech like transponders.
India is the world's 2nd largest fish producer, contributing 8% to global output.
The government has invested ₹38,572 crore in the fisheries sector since 2015.
Total fish production has reached 195 lakh tonnes.
Seafood exports for 2023-24 totaled ₹60,524 crore.
Stakeholders highlighted needs like quality fish seed and tech adoption.
- Who
- Government, Fishers, Fish Farmers
- What
- Increase in fish production and exports
- When
- October 4, 2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to government interventions and stakeholder engagement
Issues faced by fishers and farmers
Solutions for sustainable growth
Key Needs
Issues faced by fishers and farmers
Emphasized the need for quality fish seed, affordable feed, local feed mills, and improved facilities like transport and cold storage.
Solutions for sustainable growth
Implementation of innovative tech, such as drone-based fish transport, and satellite applications to enhance safety, are crucial for growth.
- Global Fish Production Contribution
- 8%
- Total Fish Production
- 195 lakh tonnes
- Annual Growth Rate
- 8.74%
- Seafood Exports (2023-24)
- ₹60,524 crore
- Government Investment
- ₹38,572 crore
Sources
Shrimp sector appeals to PM to promote domestic consumption
India world’s second-largest fish producer, contributing 8 pc to global output
India Becomes World’s Second-Largest Fish Producer, Contributes 8% To Global Output, Ranking Second In Aquaculture Production Globally
