Why in News?
The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) marked its sixth anniversary of implementation on September 10, 2026.
Key Points
- Fish production rose from 141.64 lakh tonnes (2019–20) to 197.75 lakh tonnes (2024–25) under the period reviewed.
- Fisheries exports increased from ₹46,663 crore in 2019–20 to ₹73,890 crore in 2025–26.
- The scheme has supported employment for about 58 lakh people in fisheries and aquaculture.
- The National Fisheries Digital Platform recorded 37.01 lakh registrations by September 8, 2026.
Exam Connect
- PMMSY → launched May 2020 under Atmanirbhar Bharat → nodal ministry: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying → supports the fisheries value chain + Blue Economy