{"id":29389,"date":"2024-09-13T18:38:22","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T13:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/?p=29389"},"modified":"2024-09-13T18:38:23","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T13:08:23","slug":"4-years-of-pradhan-mantri-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/13-09-2024\/4-years-of-pradhan-mantri-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy","title":{"rendered":"4 Years of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Syllabus: GS3\/Economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)<\/strong> has completed <strong>four years of Implementation.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>About<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is the flagship scheme of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry &amp; Dairying, and <strong>was launched in 2020.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aim:<\/strong> To give momentum to the \u2018sunrise\u2019 fisheries sector through <strong>consolidated efforts from various schemes and initiatives.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The PMMSY is an umbrella scheme with <strong>two separate Components<\/strong> namely <strong>Central Sector Scheme (CS) <\/strong>and\u00a0 <strong>Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS).<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) Component is further segregated into <strong>Non-beneficiary oriented and beneficiary orientated subcomponents\/activities<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enhancement of Production and Productivity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infrastructure and Post-harvest Management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fisheries Management and Regulatory Framework.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fisheries Sector of India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>India is the <strong>3rd largest fish producing and 2nd largest aquaculture<\/strong> producing nation in the world.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>India is the <strong>4th largest exporter<\/strong> of fish and fisheries products with a growth in exports of<strong> 26.73%<\/strong> in terms of quantity between FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Andhra Pradesh<\/strong> is the largest fish producer in the country followed by West Bengal and Gujarat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In terms of employment, the sunrise sector supports the livelihood of over 30 Mn people in India.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying has implemented a flagship scheme \u201c<strong>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)-<\/strong> to bring about Blue Revolution through sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector in India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Challenges of the Fisheries Sector in India<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Overfishing:<\/strong> Overexploitation of fish stocks due to excessive fishing pressure is a significant challenge.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing: <\/strong>IUU fishing undermines efforts to manage and conserve fish stocks.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It includes activities such as fishing without proper authorization, disregarding catch limits, and using banned fishing gear.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lack of Infrastructure and Technology:<\/strong> Inadequate infrastructure and outdated fishing technology hinder the efficiency and productivity of the fisheries sector.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Poor storage and transportation facilities lead to post-harvest losses, while outdated fishing vessels and gear limit the ability of fishers to catch fish sustainably.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Poor Fisheries Management:<\/strong> Limited enforcement of regulations, lack of comprehensive data on fish stocks, and inadequate monitoring and control measures exacerbate the problem of overfishing and IUU fishing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pollution and Habitat Destruction:<\/strong> Pollution from industrial activities, coastal development, and agricultural runoff poses a threat to marine and freshwater habitats.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Similarly, habitat destruction through activities such as coastal reclamation, mangrove deforestation, and dredging further exacerbates the loss of valuable fish habitats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Climate Change: <\/strong>Climate change is altering oceanic and freshwater environments, affecting fish distribution, migration patterns, and reproductive cycles.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rising sea temperatures, ocean acidification, and extreme weather events disrupt fish populations and destabilize fisheries ecosystems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Socio-economic Issues: <\/strong>Poverty, lack of alternative livelihood options, and unequal distribution of resources contribute to the vulnerability of fishing communities.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Government Initiatives for the Growth of the Sector<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB):<\/strong> Established in 2006, NFDB serves as the apex body for the planning and promotion of fisheries development in India.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It implements various schemes and programs aimed at enhancing fish production, improving infrastructure, and providing support to fishers and fish farmers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blue Revolution:<\/strong> Launched in 2015, the Blue Revolution aims to promote sustainable development and management of the fisheries sector.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It focuses on increasing fish production and productivity through the adoption of modern technologies, enhancing infrastructure facilities, promoting entrepreneurship, and strengthening fisheries governance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sagarmala Programme: <\/strong>The Sagarmala Programme, launched in 2015, aims to promote port-led development and unlock the potential of India&#8217;s maritime sector.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It includes initiatives to develop fishing harbors, cold chain infrastructure, and fish processing facilities to support the growth of the fisheries sector.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Fisheries Policy: <\/strong>The Government of India formulated the National Fisheries Policy in 2020 to provide a comprehensive framework for the sustainable development of the fisheries sector.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The policy focuses on promoting responsible fisheries management, conserving aquatic biodiversity, enhancing fish production, and improving the socio-economic status of fishers and fish farmers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fish Farmers Development Agencies (FFDAs):<\/strong> The Government has established FFDAs at the district level to provide technical guidance, training, and extension services to fish farmers.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>These agencies play a crucial role in disseminating knowledge about modern aquaculture practices, facilitating access to credit and inputs, and promoting entrepreneurship in the fisheries sector.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In order to address the<strong> infrastructure requirement for fisheries sector,<\/strong> the union Government during 2018-19 created the<strong> Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF)<\/strong> with a total funds size of Rs 7522.48 crore.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In the earlier phase of implementation of FIDF during the period from 2018-19 to 2022-23, a total 121 fisheries infrastructure projects have been approved for creation of various fisheries infrastructures.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coastal Aquaculture Authority (CAA): <\/strong>The CAA regulates and promotes coastal aquaculture activities to ensure sustainable development and environmental conservation.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It formulates guidelines for shrimp farming, regulates the use of coastal land for aquaculture purposes, and monitors compliance with environmental norms to prevent adverse impacts on coastal ecosystems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Way Ahead<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The fisheries sector in India holds significant potential for growth and development, given the country&#8217;s extensive coastline, numerous rivers, and inland water bodies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Measures that can further help the sector:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strengthening monitoring and enforcement mechanisms to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing financial support and incentives for adopting sustainable practices and modern technologies in fisheries.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensuring the protection and restoration of aquatic habitats such as mangroves, coral reefs, and wetlands, which are crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening supply chain infrastructure and establishing better market linkages to ensure fair prices for fishers and access to domestic and international markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2054183\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) has completed 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