Introduction

During 2015-16, Govt. of Indian has launched the ambitious scheme-Blue Revolution, the Neel Kranti Mission throughout the country with the vision to achieve economic prosperity of the country and the fishers and fish farmers as well as contribute towards food and nutritional security through potential utilization of water resources for fisheries development in a sustainable manner, keeping in view the bio-security and environmental concerns. The scheme will focus on tapping the full production potential and enhance productivity substantially from aquaculture and fisheries resources, both inland and marine. Substantially increasing the share of Indian fisheries in the export area would be a key goal. It will ensure doubling the income of the fishers and fish farmers with inclusive participation of the socio-economically weaker sections and ensure sustainability with environment and bio security.