Five Years of Blue Revolution: Growth and Sustainability in Fisheries

Launched on September 10, 2020, the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) has completed five transformative years, reshaping India’s fisheries into a sector that is ecologically sustainable, economically resilient, and socially inclusive. Extended through 2025–26 with its original funding structure, PMMSY continues to strengthen India’s Blue Revolution by bridging gaps in production, quality, technology, and post-harvest infrastructure.

Record-Breaking Achievements in Fisheries

The numbers highlight PMMSY’s success,

• Fish Production: Reached 195 lakh tonnes in 2024–25, a 104% increase since 2013–14.
• Inland Fisheries: Grew 142% in the same period.
• Global Standing: India is now the world’s second-largest fish producer.
• Exports: Fisheries exports have surged, boosting India’s global competitiveness.

Financial Commitments and Infrastructure Development

PMMSY has rapidly expanded in scale and investment,

• ₹21,274 crore worth of projects approved across states and agencies (till mid-2025).
• ₹9,189 crore central share, with ₹5,587 crore already released for execution.
• ₹17,210 crore allocated for infrastructure such as harbours, cold storage, and markets.
• PM-MKSSY (Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana) launched in 2024 with a ₹6,000 crore budget to formalize fisheries, expand insurance, and strengthen value chains.

Empowering Fishers and Digital Backbone

PMMSY places fishers at the core of the transformation,

• 26 lakh fishers, enterprises, and FFPOs registered on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP).
• 4.76 lakh Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) issued to fishers and fish farmers.
• ₹3,214 crore disbursed through credit and financial support.
• Emphasis on training, cooperatives, and market access, ensuring long-term sustainability.

Static Facts and Takeaways

• Scheme Launched: September 10, 2020.
• Implementing Ministry: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
• Target Period: Extended till 2025–26.
• Total Projects Approved: ₹21,274 crore (till 2025).
• Key Sub-scheme: PM Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY), ₹6,000 crore (2024).
• Production (2024–25): 195 lakh tonnes (104% rise since 2013–14).
• Global Rank: India is the 2nd largest fish producer.