Odisha Approves ₹2,295 Crore Deep Sea Fishing Mission

### Why in News? - The **Odisha Cabinet** approved a **Deep Sea Fishing Mission** with an estimated outlay of **₹2,295.45 crore**. ### Key Details - The mission will run during **2026-2036** and seeks to expand sustainable offshore fishing and modernise marine-fisheries infrastructure. - It aims to strengthen seafood exports and fishing-community livelihoods through a mix of government support, beneficiary participation, institutional finance and **public-private partnership**. - The mission forms part of Odisha’s effort to expand its **blue economy**. ### Exam Connect - **Blue Economy** → Sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources for economic activity and livelihoods.