India, Nov. 10 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
India is endowed with a vast and diverse marine resource base, supported by a coastline of approximately 11,099 km and an Exclusive Economic Zone of nearly 24 lakh sq. km. With an estimated marine fisheries potential of 58.6 lakh MT within its EEZ, the sector plays a vital role in sustaining the livelihoods of nearly 50 lakh fishers, while contributing significantly to food security, nutrition, employment, income generation and export earnings. India today ranks among the leading fisheries and aquaculture producing nations globally, with seafood exports valued at around Rs.73,890 crore during FY 2025-26, underscoring the sector's growing importance in the national economy and ...