World Fisheries Day was celebrated nationwide on 21 November, with the central event held in Ranchi, focusing on strengthening sustainable fish production and enhancing the value of India’s seafood exports. This year’s celebrations centred on the theme “India’s Blue Transformation,” promoting ecosystem preservation, livelihood improvement, and the inclusive growth of the fisheries sector.
Focus on Healthy Aquatic Ecosystems
Officials and researchers emphasised that long-term sustainability in fisheries relies on restoring and protecting aquatic ecosystems—including rivers, reservoirs, lakes and marine habitats.
Key Takeaways
- Ecosystem conservation ensures healthy fish stock and stable yields
- Responsible fishing practices reduce resource depletion
- Habitat restoration is essential for climate resilience and biodiversity
Healthy water systems directly determine national fish production capacity and long-term food security.
Strengthening Value Addition and Seafood Exports
Speakers emphasised the importance of enhancing value addition along the seafood supply chain to improve global competitiveness.
Priority Areas Discussed
- Improving processing, packaging and cold-chain logistics
- Enhancing quality certification and traceability
- Strengthening export-oriented infrastructure and international standards
Value-added products offer greater profitability, enabling India to expand its presence in global seafood markets while ensuring higher income for fishing communities.
Economic Prosperity and Inclusive Growth for Fishermen
The event recognised that sustainable development must be economically viable for fishermen while preserving natural resources.
Key Measures for Sectoral Growth
- Scaling up fish farming and scientific aquaculture
- Diversifying livelihoods and promoting aquaculture-based enterprises
- Strengthening market linkages and cooperatives
- Capacity-building through skill training and technology adoption
These strategies aim to create higher incomes, more employment avenues and holistic social upliftment within fishing communities.
Exam-Oriented Facts
- World Fisheries Day: observed every year on 21 November
- India’s 2025 theme: “India’s Blue Transformation”
- Value addition plays a vital role in raising export potential and fishermen’s income
- Healthy aquatic ecosystems are crucial for long-term fish production and sustainability
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