India has launched its first open-sea marine fish farming project in the Andaman Sea.
The pilot initiative was inaugurated on January 19, 2026.
It marks a key step in strengthening India’s Blue Economy and coastal livelihoods.

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• India’s first open-sea marine fish farming project launched

• Pilot project located in the Andaman Sea

• Inaugurated at North Bay near Sri Vijaya Puram

• Launched by MoS Jitendra Singh during field visit

• Implemented by NIOT under Ministry of Earth Sciences

• Focus on open-sea finfish and seaweed farming

• Designed to operate under natural ocean conditions

• Supports livelihoods of local fishing communities

• Aligned with India’s Blue Economy strategy

• Pilot to guide future PPP-based expansion