Archive · 3 Aug 2026
Telangana Allocates Rs 116 Crore for Free Fish Seed
The Telangana government decided to give a big amount of money, 116 crore rupees, to help fishermen.
They will give fish and shrimp seeds for free so fishermen can grow more fish.
First, they will choose companies that can supply the seeds.
After that, the seeds will be put into ponds and other water places across the state.
This plan will help fishermen earn more money and make fishing a stronger job in rural areas.
Telangana government sanctioned Rs 116 crore for free fish and shrimp seed distribution.
Scheme aims to support fishermen livelihoods and boost fish production across the state.
Tender process for seed procurement will be completed soon before release into water bodies.
Seeds will be distributed into tanks and other water bodies statewide at no cost.
Initiative part of broader effort to promote fisheries as key rural livelihood sector.
- Who
- Telangana government
- What
- Rs 116 crore allocated for free fish and shrimp seed distribution scheme
- When
- August 2, 2024
- Where
- Telangana state, India
- Why
- To support fishermen livelihoods, improve fish production, and strengthen income
- Sanctioned Amount
- Rs 116 crore
- Purpose
- Free fish and shrimp seed distribution
- Target Group
- Fishermen in Telangana
- Implementation
- Tender process to be completed soon, seeds released into water bodies
- Date Announced
- August 2, 2024