FISHERY PROJECT IN LAMHAI DUNKI DISTRICT OF NAGALAND

FISHERY PROJECT IN LAMHAI DUNKI DISTRICT OF NAGALAND

Context:

The Fishery Project in Lamhai Dunki district, Peren district, Nagaland, has been implemented by the Fisheries Department agency, Nagaland, with the Ministry of Development of the North Eastern Region.

About Fishery Project:

• The project is located in Lamhai Dunki Village, Peren, Nagaland.
• The authorized cost of the project is Rs. 334.00 lakhs and the North Eastern Council allocation is Rs. 300.60 lakhs, and the state’s share is Rs. 33.40 lakh.
• The average fish production is around 30753 kg from this project, and the annual profit is estimated at Rs. 430 lakh.
• The recurring increase in total fish production in government creates local employment and narrows the fish demand and supply gap.

Aim of the Project:

• The aim is to improve rural people's socio-economic status and create sustainable employment opportunities between rural communities and youth unemployed in fishing-related activities.
• The primary goal is to promote modern scientific technology for the effective and efficient use of technology.

Fishery Sector in India:

• The fishing industry is the largest agricultural exporter, with a 6 to 10% growth rate over the past few years.
• Its significance is highlighted by the fact that the agriculture sector's growth rate is anticipated to be 2.5 percent in the same period.