NATIONAL FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT BOARD

The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) was set up in 2006 by the Indian government to make more fish and help fish farming all over the country. They work closely with the Department of Fisheries in the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying. NFDB supports various activities like fish farming in ponds, coastal areas, and even deep sea fishing. They also help with building fishing infrastructure, marketing fish, and training fishermen. NFDB is overseen by a Governing Body led by the Fisheries Minister, and its day-to-day work is managed by an Executive Committee headed by the Secretary of the Department of Fisheries. The NFDB is led by a Chief Executive.

Our Mission

We want to help the fishing industry grow in a balanced way by catching more fish and making fish farming better. This will give people more healthy food and boost the country's economy. It will also make people healthier, create jobs, and attract tourists.

Our Objectives

• Focus on managing fishing and fish farming activities professionally.
• Coordinate fishing efforts between different government departments.
• Improve how we catch, process, store, transport, and sell fish.
• Protect fish stocks and the environment for sustainable fishing.
• Use modern science, like biotechnology, to improve fishing methods.
• Build better facilities for fishing and ensure they're used effectively.
• Create jobs and empower women in the fishing industry.
• Promote fish as an important part of a healthy diet for everyone.

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