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Union Secretary reviews Pithoragarh Coldwater Fisheries Cluster and trout farming roadmap

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 19 October 2026 that a review meeting was held to discuss the Pithoragarh Coldwater Fisheries Cluster and the future of trout farming in Himalayan states. The government has notified 34 fisheries clusters nationwide, including one in Pithoragarh, and is planning a roadmap for the next five years to address gaps in production and infrastructure.

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Union Secretary reviews trout farming and coldwater fisheries in Uttarakhand

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 18 October 2026 that Union Secretary Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited Munsyari, Uttarakhand, to review coldwater aquaculture. Under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), the government has invested over ₹2,299 crore in six hilly states and UTs to support infrastructure like hatcheries and feed mills.

Who it affects
coldwater regions in six hilly states and UTs; trout farmers in Uttarakhand
When · Where
Until 31 March 2029: Deadline for establishing infrastructure under Trout Protsahan Yojna (+2 more) · Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh
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Government promotes seaweed farming to boost coastal livelihoods

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 13 October 2026 that it is accelerating the development of the seaweed value chain to create sustainable livelihoods for coastal communities. Between 2020 and 2027, the government approved projects worth ₹181.11 crore for seaweed development, including a Seaweed Park in Tamil Nadu and the installation of over 81,000 culture units.

Who it affects
fishers and coastal communities
When · Where
From 1 January 2020: approved projects for seaweed development (+2 more) · Lakshadweep and Tamil Nadu
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India and UK discuss cooperation in animal health and livestock trade

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh held bilateral talks with UK Secretary of State Dame Angela Eagle in New Delhi. The two countries discussed strengthening cooperation in animal health, sustainable livestock production, genomics, and scientific research.

Who it affects
trade sectors
When · Where
On 12 October 2026: Bilateral meeting between Indian and UK ministers · India and UK
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Union Secretary visits Madurai Ornamental Fisheries Cluster

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying announced on 12 October 2026 that Union Secretary Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi visited the Padimuneeswarar Integrated Ornamental Fish Farm in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. Madurai has been notified as an Ornamental Fisheries Cluster under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) to improve farmers' incomes through a cluster-based development approach.

Who it affects
fisheries cluster
When · Where
On 12 October 2026: Visit of Union Secretary to Padimuneeswarar Integrated Ornamental Fish Farm · Madurai, Tamil Nadu
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