India launches national workshop to boost seafood exports to $30 billion
A two-day National Workshop on Seafood Exports was held in Visakhapatnam, India, on June 5-6, 2026, organized by the Union Ministry of Fisheries. Attended by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and four Union Ministers, the event aimed to chart a roadmap for India to achieve annual seafood exports of ₹1 lakh crore ($30 billion) within five years, up from a record ₹73,890.46 crore ($8.45 billion) in 2025-26. Discussions focused on policy reforms, infrastructure development, market diversification, and integrating startups and MSMEs into global supply chains.
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NFDB Regional Hub Proposed in Visakhapatnam to Boost Blue Economy
The Union Government has proposed establishing a regional office of the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, to boost the 'Blue Economy' and fisheries sector. The proposal was highlighted during a National Workshop on Seafood Exports by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, who stressed building a globally competitive Indian seafood brand based on quality and sustainability. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has assured land allocation within 15 days. The move aims to provide faster access to central schemes, improve coordination between state and central governments, and support projects like the ₹72.42 crore modernization of Kakinada Fishing Harbour. India targets $30 billion in annual seafood exports, and this regional integration is seen as a crucial policy intervention to empower local producers and secure Andhra Pradesh's status as a seafood powerhouse.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Smart, integrated fishing harbour to be built at Kakinada, says Union Minister
At a national workshop on seafood exports in Visakhapatnam, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh announced the approval of a Smart and Integrated Fishing Harbour at Kakinada under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) with an outlay of ₹72.42 crore. The project will berth 423 vessels, handle 74,448 tonnes of annual landings, and generate employment for about 12,345 people. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu highlighted the Blue Economy as a key growth driver and called for building a globally competitive Indian seafood brand. Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, K. Rammohan Naidu, and Chirag Paswan also addressed the event, focusing on technology adoption, logistics, and value addition. India's seafood production and exports have more than doubled over the past decade to 197 lakh tonnes and over ₹73,000 crore, with a target of ₹1 lakh crore in exports.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India targets $30 billion in seafood exports in next five years, says Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal announced an ambitious target to scale India's seafood exports to $30 billion over the next five years. Speaking at a national workshop in Visakhapatnam, he noted that seafood export value has surged to $8.5 billion in the current financial year, reflecting a growth rate of 25% to 30%. Seafood production reached 164 lakh tonnes by 2024. Goyal attributed the sector's growth to governance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), which modernizes infrastructure and enhances productivity. India currently exports premium-quality seafood to 38 countries and aims to expand its global footprint. The minister emphasized sustainable practices and institutional support to position India as a dominant player in the global seafood market.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Andhra Pradesh aims to contribute 30% of India's $30 billion seafood export target, says CM Naidu
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced on June 5, 2026, that the state aims to contribute 30% of India's $30 billion annual seafood export target. Speaking at a joint press conference in Visakhapatnam with Union Ministers Piyush Goyal, Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, and Chirag Paswan, Naidu outlined a plan to modernize the state's aquaculture sector and improve infrastructure. Key initiatives include implementing the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PMMKSSY), resolving pending issues at Visakhapatnam Fishing Harbour, and launching projects in Bhimavaram to link aquaculture to a circular economy model. Naidu also appealed for central support for farmers affected by market fluctuations and highlighted India's progress in energy infrastructure, including a unified national power grid and reduced solar power costs from ₹14 to ₹2.40 per unit.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India Targets $30 Billion in Seafood Exports Over Next Five Years: Piyush Goyal
India's Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced a target to increase seafood exports to $30 billion over the next five years, up from the current $8.5 billion. Speaking at a national workshop in Visakhapatnam, Goyal emphasized boosting production, quality, and value-added products to achieve higher prices in international markets. Despite high U.S. tariffs of 55.8%, Indian exporters have successfully increased shipments to the European Union, Japan, China, and Southeast Asia to offset losses. India has finalized nine free trade agreements with developed nations in the last three and a half years to improve market access. Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh called for raising India's global fisheries export share and improving infrastructure for inland states. India's marine product exports reached a record ₹73,890.46 crore ($8.45 billion) in 2025-26, with frozen shrimp as the flagship product. The National Fisheries Board will soon establish a regional office in Andhra Pradesh, India's largest fish producer and seafood exporter.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.India launches push for ₹1 lakh crore seafood exports at Visakhapatnam workshop
A two-day national workshop on seafood exports opened in Visakhapatnam on June 5, 2026, with Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and four Union Ministers in attendance. The workshop aims to chart a roadmap for India to achieve annual seafood exports of ₹1 lakh crore, up from a record ₹73,890.46 crore ($8.45 billion) in 2025-26. Organized by the Department of Fisheries in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the event focuses on integrating start-ups and MSMEs into global supply chains, improving certification and traceability, and addressing regulatory and infrastructure challenges. Andhra Pradesh, India's largest fish and seafood producer with 55.39 lakh tonnes of aquaculture production in 2025-26, is central to this growth. Current infrastructure projects include six integrated fish landing centres, three fishing harbours, and an integrated aqua park, representing a combined investment of over ₹1,352 crore.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Naidu to address national seafood exports workshop in Vizag today
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu will visit Visakhapatnam on June 4, 2026, to participate in a national workshop on seafood exports. The event, held at Hotel Novotel, will feature a high-level delegation of Union Ministers including Piyush Goyal, Chirag Paswan, and others. Naidu will also mark World Environment Day by planting a sapling at Andhra University and joining a bicycle rally along Beach Road. The workshop aims to address bottlenecks in seafood exports, explore alternative global markets, and discuss long-term strategies for marine capture fisheries. Institutional benefits under the central PMKSSY and Kisan Credit Card schemes will be distributed to local fishermen and aquaculture farmers during the event.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.National Workshop on Seafood Exports to Be Held in Visakhapatnam
A two-day National Workshop on Seafood Exports will be held in Visakhapatnam on June 5 and 6, 2026, under the aegis of the Union Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying. District Collector M. Abhishikth Kishore has directed officials to make comprehensive arrangements for the event, including transport, security, protocol, accommodation, medical services, and sanitation. The workshop is expected to bring together Union Ministers Rajiv Ranjan Singh, Piyush Goyal, Chirag Paswan, and Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu, along with State Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu. Participants will include representatives of states and union territories, seafood exporters, export promotion agencies, startups, and fisheries research institutions under ICAR. The event aims to boost India's seafood export sector through policy discussions and stakeholder collaboration.
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