India enters the development phase of a National Plan of Action for small-scale inland fisheries

24 October 2026

Dr Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, Department of Fisheries, launched the development phase of India's National Plan of Action for small-scale inland fisheries, the government said on 23 October 2026.
The plan is being developed under the framework of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.
It is led by the Department of Fisheries in collaboration with the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation.
A two-day national workshop in Bhopal identified priorities including consultations with fishing communities and other stakeholders.
The Union Fisheries Secretary said India has set a target of 30 million tonnes in fish production in the next five years.