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
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Pilot project located in the Andaman Sea
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Inaugurated at North Bay near Sri Vijaya Puram
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Launched by MoS Jitendra Singh during field visit
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Implemented by NIOT under Ministry of Earth Sciences
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Focus on open-sea finfish and seaweed farming
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Designed to operate under natural ocean conditions
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Supports livelihoods of local fishing communities
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Aligned with India’s Blue Economy strategy
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Pilot to guide future PPP-based expansion




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