Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana : The department of fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying was introduced the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) on 2020.
Furthermore the PMMSY scheme aims to achieve a blue revolution by developing the fisheries sector in a responsible way over 5 years. The scheme has a total budget of INR. 20,050 crore, the highest funding the fisheries sector has ever received.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
| Name of the scheme | PMMSY – Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana |
| Date of commencement | 2020 |
| Name of the ministry | Ministry of fisheries , Animal Husbandry & Dairying |
| Time period | 2020-2021 to 2024-2025 |
| Objective | Boost fish production and generate more income for fisheries |
| Beneficiaries | Fish worker, Fisheries, Fish farmers & fisheries entrepreneurs. |
| Official page | https://nfdb.gov.in/ |
About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
PMMSY is a broad scheme that two separate parts in addition Central sector scheme & centrally sponsored scheme. However this is a good scheme for you. So you can apply for this scheme.
- Central sector scheme is completely funded and sponsored by central government.
- Centrally sponsored scheme is partly funded and sponsored by state government.
The Centrally sponsored scheme part of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) includes 3 main sub-components. including the following:
- “Enhancement of production and productivity.
- Infrastructure and post-harvest management.
- Fisheries management and regulatory framework”
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Beneficiaries of PMMSY
- Fish worker
- Fisheries Cooperatives
- Fisheries
- Fish farmers
- Fisheries entrepreneurs
- Fisheries federation
- Fish farmers Producer organisation.
- SHGs (Self help groups)
- JLGs (Joint liability groups)
Objective of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
- First the scheme aims to provide strong social, economic, and physical protection for fish farmers and fishermen. Ensuring they have better support, safety and stability in their livelihood.
- Use the fisheries sector wisely fairly for everyone.
- Increase the fisheries sectors share in agriculture income and exports.
- Improve the fisheries value chain by upgrading post harvest handling and product quality.
- Build a strong effective system for managing and regulating the fisheries sector.
- Create more employment opportunities in fisheries sector.
- Use land water resources wisely to increase fish production.
- Increase the income of fishers and fish farmer.
Required documents to apply PMMSY
- Identity Proof (Aadhar card/ voter card/ Driving license/ PAN Card etc)
- Bank Account Xerox.
- Land or water use documents.
- Business registration
- Lease Agreement.
- Project plans.
- Contact Details and also Gmail ID.
How to apply for Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
| Fish farmers/ Fishers/ Cooperative/ Individuals | Central sector component or large project |
| Individual must submit their proposal or Detailed project report (DPR) in Local district fisheries officer. (local district) | Individual can submit their proposal to the below mention address “The secretary Dept. of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries Animal Husbandry and dairying Govt of India, Krishi bhawan New Delhi 110001″ |
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Conclusion
To protect fisheries and use them wisely, however it is suggested to build skill involve local communities in management and encourage cooperation among different institution and experts.