<span style="color: #222222;">The fisheries sector is witnessing a robust growth in the country. This sector continues to be among the most fastest growing agriculture allied sectors. Fisheries sector has exhibited an average annual growth of 10.87 percent since 2014-15. Fish production reached an all-time high of 161.87 lakh tonnes during 2021-22.<br />''<br />''Recognized as a Sunrise Sector, the fisheries sector plays an important role in the Indian economy. It contributes to the national income, exports and employment generation.<br />''<br />''It also provides food and nutritional security. With the help of transformational reforms, India has become the second largest fish producer and the 4th largest exporter of fish and fisheries products taking Brand India from Local to Global. <br />''<br />''The government is committed to increase fish production to 22 million metric tonnes by 2024-2025. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana has supported 31.47 lakh fish farmers so far. </span><br />