{"id":28968,"date":"2024-02-22T04:59:02","date_gmt":"2024-02-22T04:59:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=28968"},"modified":"2024-02-22T04:59:04","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T04:59:04","slug":"upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Mains &#8211; Examine the obstacles encountered by India&#8217;s inland fisheries sector and the strategies outlined by the PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) to overcome them. Evaluate the potential of the scheme in enhancing the productivity of inland water bodies. 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#Body\" title=\"Body:\">Body:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#Challenges_in_Indias_inland_fisheries_sector\" title=\"Challenges in India&#8217;s inland fisheries sector:\">Challenges in India&#8217;s inland fisheries sector:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#PM_Matsya_Sampada_Yojana_Objectives\" title=\"PM Matsya Sampada Yojana Objectives:\">PM Matsya Sampada Yojana Objectives:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#Contributions_to_enhancing_productivity\" title=\"Contributions to enhancing productivity:\">Contributions to enhancing productivity:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:\">Conclusion:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-mains-examine-the-obstacles-encountered-by-indias-inland-fisheries-sector-and-the-strategies-outlined-by-the-pm-matsya-sampada-yojana-pmmsy-to-overcome-them-evaluate-the-potential-of-the-s\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel \u2013&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>PMMSY, launched as part of the &#8216;Atma Nirbhar Bharat&#8217; initiative, has secured a monumental investment of Rs. 20,050 crores. The scheme prioritizes rural development through local resources by providing fishermen with insurance, financial aid, and Kisan Credit Cards. Its overarching objective is to reform, improve performance, and transform the fisheries sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/lh7-us.googleusercontent.com\/00VUsX2b2TqXZTz-qOb4Tb_jtQHr8PxvptxhjY-4EJwizEWxGShBE_MG1ZsNmpl6qQfIz3EaPCwkcmOn171hb6SR8cgPGhmFNw0x2Un47Owkh8eun2XGO39rmns6ED9beZc_-E2kw8B1PMKhN_ug4T8\" width=\"721.298780487805\" height=\"245\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 721px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 721\/245;\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Body\"><\/span>Body: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_in_Indias_inland_fisheries_sector\"><\/span>Challenges in India&#8217;s inland fisheries sector:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Infrastructure Deficiency: <\/strong>Inadequate infrastructure, including fishing harbors and storage facilities, impedes post-harvest management and transportation efficiency.<\/li><li><strong>IUU Fishing: <\/strong>Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing exacerbates overfishing, posing a threat to sector sustainability. Inadequate monitoring hampers effective countermeasures.<\/li><li><strong>Limited Credit Access: <\/strong>Small-scale fishers often lack access to credit and financial services, constraining investment in modern equipment.<\/li><li><strong>Environmental Degradation: <\/strong>Pollution, habitat destruction, and water quality issues negatively impact fish habitats and biodiversity.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PM_Matsya_Sampada_Yojana_Objectives\"><\/span>PM Matsya Sampada Yojana Objectives:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Augmenting Fish Production: <\/strong>PMMSY aims to increase fish production by 70 lakh tonnes by 2024-25.<\/li><li><strong>Elevating Export Earnings: <\/strong>The scheme targets a significant increase in fisheries export earnings to Rs. 1,00,000 crore by 2024-25.<\/li><li><strong>Reducing Post-Harvest Losses: <\/strong>PMMSY aims to cut post-harvest losses from 20-25% to around 10% through targeted interventions.<\/li><li><strong>Investment Allocation:<\/strong> The scheme allocates funds to beneficiary-centric activities in Marine, Inland fisheries, and Aquaculture, as well as Fisheries Infrastructure enhancement.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contributions_to_enhancing_productivity\"><\/span>Contributions to enhancing productivity:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Sustainable Practices: <\/strong>PMMSY ensures long-term fish availability, addressing the decline in fish populations due to excessive fishing.<\/li><li><strong>Improved Infrastructure: <\/strong>The scheme tackles infrastructure inadequacies, reducing fish harvest losses and benefiting fishers economically.<\/li><li><strong>Diversification &amp; Aquaculture:<\/strong> PMMSY encourages alternative methods like aquaculture to alleviate pressure on fully exploited inland fish stocks.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, PMMSY employs comprehensive measures encompassing infrastructure development, modernization, financial support, and conservation to tackle challenges in India&#8217;s inland fisheries sector. 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