Hon'ble Union Minister chaired the 13th Governing Body Meeting of NFDB

The Union Minister chaired the 13th Governing Body Meeting of the National Fisheries Development Board in Hyderabad, directing support for North-Eastern and inland States to enhance fish production.

• The meeting occurred on 5 November 2026 at the Padma Shri Dr. Ayyappan Conference Hall, NFDB, Hyderabad.
• Seafood exports are presently valued at around ₹70,000 crore, and fish production increased from 141.64 lakh tonnes in 2019-20 to 197.75 lakh tonnes.
• State Ministers sought continued Central support for fish markets and Integrated Aqua Parks, and convergence with Rural Development programmes for Amrit Sarovars.
• The meeting emphasized regular training under PMMSY, greater private investment through FFPOs, and promoting fish consumption via nutrition-focused awareness.