India, Oct. 8 -- A strong Blue Economy can transform sustainable fisheries and aquaculture to improve incomes and nutritional security. Modern ports, shipping and logistics can enhance trade competitiveness

For centuries, the ocean has carried India's trade, shaped its coastal cultures and strengthened its strategic influence. Today, with an 11,098-kilometre coastline, vast marine resources and a commanding position in the Indian Ocean, it offers a new frontier for India's development.

As the nation advances towards Viksit Bharat 2047, the Blue Economy is emerging as a powerful pathway to prosperity, sustainability and national strength. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has placed this opportunity at the heart of India's growth vision. His ...