Archive · 14 Jun 2025
India Ranks Second in Fish Production, Inland Output Soars
India produces a lot of fish, ranking second globally!
The government is helping fish farmers by investing in better equipment and training.
They want to increase fish production to provide food and support people's jobs.
Inland fish production has increased significantly in recent years.
The government is also focused on using technology and helping start-ups to grow the fish industry.
India is the world's second-largest fish producer.
Inland fish production has increased 142% since 2013-14, reaching 147 lakh tonnes.
The fisheries sector's annual growth rate is 9%, highest among agri-allied sectors.
Nearly 3 crore people's livelihoods are supported by the fisheries sector.
Government initiatives aim to boost infrastructure and promote inclusive growth.
- Who
- Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh and other officials.
- What
- India's fish production status and government initiatives.
- When
- Since 2013-14.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- To boost fish production, improve nutrition, and support livelihoods.
- Global Fish Production Rank
- 2nd
- Inland Output Increase (Since 2013-14)
- 142%
- Current Inland Fish Production
- 147 lakh tonnes
- Fisheries Sector Annual Growth Rate
- 9%
- People Supported by Fisheries
- Nearly 3 crore
