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Aquaculture Insurance – Key Benefits and Coverage
Premium Incentive: Up to 40% of the insurance premium, subject to a maximum of ₹1 lakh. SC/ST and women beneficiaries are eligible for an additional 10% assistance.
WSA Assistance: Assistance of up to ₹25,000 per hectare of WSA, subject to a maximum of 4 hectares and ₹1 lakh per beneficiary.
Intensive Aquaculture Systems: Premium incentive is also available for Cage Culture, RAS (Recirculatory Aquaculture System), Bio-floc, Raceways, etc., with a maximum eligible area of 1,800 cubic metres.
Insurance Coverage: The insurance covers losses arising from fish mortality, pollution/toxicity, theft, cyclones, floods, and other natural calamities. #PMMKSSY #NFDP #AquacultureInsurance #FisheriesIndia

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Bihar’s first Fish Brood Bank was inaugurated on 08 August 2026 at Raghopur Bakhri, Dumra, Sitamarhi, in the august presence of Shri Samrat Choudhary, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Bihar, and Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.

Established under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) at a cost of ₹10.92 crore across 40 acres, the Brood Bank is equipped with broodstock, nursery and rearing ponds, and a fish seed hatchery.

The facility will support the production of healthy, genetically improved brooders and quality, disease-free fish seed, including Indian Major Carps and other improved varieties. This will help enhance fish production in Bihar while reducing the State’s dependence on fish seed sourced from other States.

Dr. B. K. Behera, Chief Executive, NFDB, also attended the programme, reaffirming NFDB’s commitment to strengthening fisheries infrastructure, ensuring the availability of quality fish seed, and promoting sustainable fisheries development in Bihar.

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🐟 NFDB–NERC, Guwahati successfully organized a One-Day Awareness Programme on “Aquaculture Insurance and Other Benefits under
PMMKSSY” on 7 August 2026 at the Training Centre of Fisheries, O/o Dy Dir of Fisheries, Khowai, Tripura, in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, Khowai.

✨ Key Highlights:
• The programme was graced by Chairperson, Panchayat; Shri Bijay Kanti Gosh, Deputy Director of Fisheries, Khowai; and Shri Sujith Debnath, Superintendent of Fisheries, Khowai.
• Shri Sharath S. P., Executive Assistant, NFDB–NERC, Guwahati, highlighted benefits under PMMKSSY and the importance of NFDP Registration.
• Shri Dipankar Das, AIC Team, explained insurance coverage, risk management and insurance claim patterns under the scheme.
• Officials from the Department of Fisheries, Khowai shared insights on scientific aquaculture practices.
• The programme witnessed enthusiastic participation from 50+ fish farmers and stakeholders.

🌊 The programme strengthened outreach on aquaculture insurance, enhanced farmers’ resilience and promoted greater adoption of welfare schemes under PMMKSSY for sustainable fisheries development.

#NFDB #NERC #PMMKSSY #Aquaculture #Fisheries #AquacultureInsurance #NFDP #FishFarmers #Tripura #SustainableFisheries #BlueEconomy

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🎓🧫 The Valedictory Session of the 5-day Skill Development Training Programme on Microbial Culture Techniques for SC Category students pursuing a Fisheries Science Degree was successfully held at the Dr. S. Ayyappan Conference Hall, NFDB, Hyderabad.

The session was graced by Dr. S. Kannappan, Senior Executive Director (SED), NFDB, and Shri P. Muthuvinayagam, Senior Executive (Tech.), NFDB, whose inspiring address encouraged students to strengthen their technical expertise and pursue excellence in fisheries and microbiology.

During the five-day programme, participants received hands-on training in microbial culture techniques, enhancing their laboratory competencies and scientific skills. They also gained valuable insights into NFDB schemes and various Government of India initiatives supporting the fisheries sector.

📜 Certificates were distributed to all participants upon successful completion of the training programme.

👏 The programme concluded with appreciation for the dedicated efforts of the resource persons, Scheme Officers, HRD Division, Finance & Administration Division, and the entire NFDB team for making the programme a grand success.

#NFDB #AAHQTL #SkillDevelopment #Fisheries #MicrobialCultureTechniques #CapacityBuilding #PMMSY #SCCommunity #BlueEconomy

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🧫🎓 Successfully organized!

NFDB, Hyderabad, successfully concluded the first batch of the 5-day Hands-on Training Programme on Microbial Culture Techniques(3–7 August 2026) at AAH & QTL for SC students pursuing Fisheries Science degree programmes under the "Training & Capacity Building Programme for the SC Community" of PMMSY.

The programme combined classroom learning with practical training on microbial isolation & cultivation, total plate count, Gram staining, biochemical identification, detection of bacterial pathogens using selective media, and culture preservation.

👏 The batch concluded today with participants sharing excellent feedback, reflecting the programme's success in strengthening technical skills and capacity building in the fisheries sector.

#NFDB #PMMSY #CapacityBuilding #SkillDevelopment #Fisheries #MicrobialCulture #Aquaculture #SCCommunity #BlueEconomy #ViksitBharat_SamridhBihar

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🤝🐟 NFDB officials and scientists from ICAR–National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (ICAR-NAARM) came together for a Brainstorming Workshop on Digital Skilling in the Fisheries Sector on 6 August 2026.
💡 Under the theme "Empowering Blue Economy through Digital Skilling: Operationalization of Online Courses in the Fisheries Sector," participants explored innovative approaches to strengthen digital learning and capacity building across the fisheries value chain.
🚀 The discussions focused on startups and incubation, entrepreneurship development, project preparation, fish safety standards, value addition, regulatory compliance for fish and fishery products, and sustainable business models to build a skilled, technology-driven, and globally competitive fisheries sector.
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🌊📚 #NFDB #ICARNAARM #DigitalSkilling #BlueEconomy #Fisheries #SkillDevelopment #CapacityBuilding #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #ViksitBharat2047

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Dr. Raman Meenakshi Sundaram, Director, ICAR–NAARM, Hyderabad, delivered the presidential address at the Brainstorming Workshop on Digital Skilling in the Fisheries Sector, organized under the theme "Empowering Blue Economy through Digital Skilling: Operationalization of Online Courses in the Fisheries Sector."
He highlighted the transformative role of digital learning in creating a skilled, future-ready fisheries workforce by strengthening human resource capacity, fostering innovation, and accelerating technology adoption. Stressing the importance of collaboration among research institutions, academia, industry, and policymakers, he advocated for the development of accessible, high-quality online courses to equip fisheries stakeholders with contemporary skills.
He emphasized that digital skilling and lifelong learning are essential to building a digitally empowered workforce capable of driving sustainable growth and strengthening India's Blue Economy.
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🌊💻📚 #NFDB #ICARNAARM #DigitalSkilling #BlueEconomy #Fisheries #SkillDevelopment #MOOCs #CapacityBuilding #Innovation #ViksitBharat2047

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The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), in technical collaboration with ICAR–National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (ICAR-NAARM), organized a Brainstorming Workshop on Digital Skilling in the Fisheries Sector on 6 August 2026 under the theme "Empowering Blue Economy through Digital Skilling: Operationalization of Online Courses in the Fisheries Sector."

Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Bijay Kumar Behera, Chief Executive, NFDB, emphasized that digital skilling is a key enabler for transforming India's fisheries sector into a knowledge-driven, technology-enabled ecosystem. He highlighted the role of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in providing inclusive, flexible, and scalable learning opportunities to fisheries stakeholders, accelerating technology adoption, strengthening human resource capacity, and fostering innovation across the fisheries value chain.

Dr. Behera further stated that digital skilling is integral to the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, helping create a future-ready workforce, enhancing employability, promoting entrepreneurship, and strengthening institutional capacity. He noted that operationalizing online courses will democratize access to quality education and contribute to building a resilient, sustainable, and globally competitive Blue Economy.

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🌊📚💻 #NFDB #DigitalSkilling #BlueEconomy #Fisheries #MOOCs #CapacityBuilding #Innovation #ViksitBharat2047 #SkillDevelopment #ICARNAARM

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🐟 NFDB–NERC, Guwahati organized a One-Day Awareness Programme on Aquaculture Insurance & Other Benefits under PMMKSSY on 6 August 2026 at Pisciculture Knowledge Centre, Panisagar, North Tripura, in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, Panisagar Subdivision, North Tripura district, Tripura.

✨ Highlights:
🔹 Graced by Shri Dhananjoy Debnath, Vice Chairperson, Panisagar Nagar Panchayat; Shri Laxmi Kanta Das, President, Agri Standing Committee, Panisagar Panchayat Samiti; Shri Animesh Chakma, Deputy Director of Fisheries, North Tripura; Smt. Ankana Dey, Shri Kamal Hossain and Shri Soumen Shil, Superintendents of Fisheries.
🔹 Shri Sharath S. P., Executive Assistant, NFDB–NERC, delivered a technical session on PMMKSSY benefits and NFDP Registration.
🔹 The AIC team explained aquaculture insurance, risk management and claim procedures, while Fisheries Department officials shared scientific aquaculture practices.
🔹 Attended by 50+ fish farmers and stakeholders.

🌊 Promoting aquaculture insurance and enhancing farmers' resilience for sustainable fisheries development.

#NFDB #PMMKSSY #AquacultureInsurance #FishFarmers #BlueEconomy #SustainableAquaculture #Tripura #Fisheries #PMMSY #ViksitBharat

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जलीय कृषि बीमा पर प्रीमियम का 40% या अधिकतम ₹1 लाख तक प्रोत्साहन; SC/ST और महिला लाभार्थियों को 10% अतिरिक्त सहायता। प्रति हेक्टेयर WSA ₹25,000 तक सहायता, अधिकतम 4 हेक्टेयर और ₹1 लाख तक। केज कल्चर, RAS, बायो-फ्लॉक, रेसवे आदि के लिए भी प्रीमियम प्रोत्साहन; अधिकतम पात्र क्षेत्र 1,800 घन मीटर। बीमा में मछली का नाश, प्रदूषण/विषाक्तता, चोरी, चक्रवात, बाढ़ व अन्य प्राकृतिक आपदाओं से होने वाली हानि का कवरेज। #PMMKSSY #NFDP #AquacultureInsurance #FisheriesIndia

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Every rooftop can become a source of water security when every drop of rain is captured instead of allowed to flow away.

Rainwater harvesting is a simple yet powerful step towards replenishing groundwater, strengthening water resources, and building resilient communities. As the monsoon nourishes our land, let us ensure that every drop is conserved for the days ahead.

Join the movement under Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2026 and make rainwater harvesting a part of every home, every village, and every community.

#CatchTheRain2026 #JalShaktiAbhiyan #RainwaterHarvesting #WaterConservation #EveryDropMatters #WaterSecurity #SaveWater #JanBhagidari #ClimateResilience #SustainableFuture #NFDB #DepartmentOfFisheries

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📍 NFDB–North East Regional Centre (NERC), Guwahati organized a One-Day Awareness Programme on "Aquaculture Insurance and Other Benefits under PMMKSSY" on 3 August 2026 at Bhagat Singh Hall, KMC, Gobindapur, Kailashahar, Unakoti District, Tripura, in collaboration with the Department of Fisheries, Kailashahar Subdivision, Tripura.

🔹 The programme was graced by:
* Smt. Sampa Das Pal, Chairperson, Chandipur Block
* Shri Ruman Uddin, President, Agri Standing Committee
* Dr. Apu Das, Superintendent of Fisheries
* Shri Pritam Das, FO, Kumarghat
* Smt. Moumita Goswami, Fisheries Officer, Kailashahar

💡 Key Highlights:
* Shri Sharath S. P., Executive Assistant, NFDB–NERC, delivered a technical session on PMMKSSY benefits and NFDP Registration.
* Shri Dipankar Das (AIC) explained aquaculture insurance coverage, risk management and claim procedures.
* Officials from the Department of Fisheries shared insights on scientific aquaculture practices with the participants.
* Over 50 fish farmers and stakeholders participated in the programme.

🌱 The programme strengthened awareness on aquaculture insurance and welfare benefits under PMMKSSY, promoting resilient and sustainable aquaculture development in the region.

#NFDB #PMMKSSY #Aquaculture #FishFarmers #Fisheries #AquacultureInsurance #Tripura #NorthEast #SustainableAquaculture #BlueEconomy

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Every raindrop begins a journey that reaches far beyond the moment it falls. When conserved, it replenishes water bodies, supports livelihoods, nurtures ecosystems, and strengthens the future of our communities.

Under Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2026, let us value every drop—because today's conservation creates countless new beginnings for generations to come.

#CatchTheRain2026 #JalShaktiAbhiyan #WaterConservation #RainwaterHarvesting #EveryDropMatters #WaterSecurity #JanBhagidari #ClimateResilience #SustainableFuture #NFDB #DepartmentOfFisheries

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Inauguration of Skill Development Training Programme on "Microbial Culture Techniques"

The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), Hyderabad, successfully inaugurated the five-day Skill Development Training Programme on "Microbial Culture Techniques" today at the Padma Shri Dr. S. Ayyappan Conference Hall (2nd Floor), NFDB Headquarters.

The programme, scheduled from 03–07 August 2026, has brought together 15 fisheries students from various Fisheries Colleges across the country, providing them with an opportunity to strengthen their practical knowledge and laboratory skills in microbial culture techniques.

The inaugural session was graced by Dr. B. K. Behera, Chief Executive, NFDB, Dr. S. Kannappan, Senior Executive Director, NFDB, and Shri Ch. Srinivas, Executive Director, NFDB, who addressed the gathering. The dignitaries emphasized the importance of skill development, hands-on laboratory training, and scientific innovation in preparing the next generation of fisheries professionals.

Following the inaugural session, the technical sessions commenced as per the training schedule, marking the beginning of an intensive five-day programme focused on microbial culture techniques and laboratory best practices.

NFDB remains committed to empowering fisheries students through quality training and capacity-building initiatives that contribute to the sustainable growth of the fisheries and aquaculture sector.

#NFDB #SkillDevelopment #MicrobialCultureTechniques #FisheriesStudents #CapacityBuilding #Aquaculture #Fisheries #LaboratoryTraining #SkillIndia #BlueEconomy

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🐟 National Fisheries Development Board & the Directorate of Fisheries, Haryana, organized an Aquaculture Insurance Awareness Program on 3rd August 2026 at Aquaculture Research & Training Institute, Hisar, Haryana 📍

The Principal of Aquaculture Research & Training institute, Shri Sandeep Kumar, emphasized that awareness about insurance leads to maximum benefits for fish farmers and ensures financial stability 💰

More than 100 farmers from various districts participated in the program 👥

Smt. Poonam (Fatehabad) were felicitated for their outstanding contributions 🏆

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Dr. B K Behera, Chief Executive, NFDB, attended the National Level Flagship Consultation on "Brain Storming Workshop on Blue Economy, Policy Framework Development, AI-Enable Mariculture and Research Innovation " at ICAR-NAARM, Hyderabad on 3 August 2026 as a Guest of Honour, where he delivered the Keynote Address and later co-chaired the panel discussion on "Blue Economy Policy Framework Dialogue for Mariculture Sector Development in India" alongside Prof. Dr. A. Biju Kumar, Vice-Chancellor, KUFOS, Kerala, and Dr. Raman Meenakshi Sundaram, Director, ICAR-NAARM. The programme was graced by Prof. M. Gnana Prakash, Vice-Chancellor, PVNRTVU, also as a Guest of Honour, while Shri Subodh Kumar, Chairman, Advisory Board, CIDCO, Government of Maharashtra, delivered the Special Address. The consultation brought together policymakers, scientists, academicians, industry representatives, start-ups and other stakeholders to deliberate on an AI-enabled, data-driven policy framework for sustainable mariculture and India's Blue Economy.

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DAY 3 – 🐟
Validictory session of the three days Training cum Awareness Program to Chhattisgarh farmers on 31st of July 2026 marked it's importance.
The session was graced by Dr. B. K. Behera, Chief Executive, Dr. S. Kannappan, Senior Executive Director and Dr. J. Deepa Suman, Senior Executive, where, the Certificates were distributed certificates to the participating farmers marking the successful completion of the three-day capacity-building programme.
📈 Through structured training programmes and the promotion of innovative aquaculture technologies, NFDB is enhancing the knowledge and skills of fish farmers to support sustainable fisheries development and economic prosperity.
# Aquaculture | 🤝 Sustainable Fisheries

#NFDB #CapacityBuilding #Aquaculture #Fisheries #FarmerTraining #SustainableAquaculture #Technology #BlueEconomy #PMMSY

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Every drop of rain we conserve today is a promise we make to tomorrow.

By harvesting rainwater, restoring our water bodies, and strengthening local water resources, we are creating a lasting legacy of water security, sustainable livelihoods, and resilient communities for future generations.

Under Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2026, let us work together to ensure that the choices we make today become the strength of tomorrow.

#CatchTheRain2026 #JalShaktiAbhiyan #WaterConservation #RainwaterHarvesting #WaterSecurity #EveryDropMatters #JanBhagidari #ClimateResilience #SustainableFuture #NFDB #DepartmentOfFisheries

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🌧️ The best time to harvest rain is before the first drop falls.

Preparing today means securing tomorrow. Cleaning water channels, desilting ponds, maintaining rainwater harvesting systems, and restoring local water bodies before the monsoon ensures that every drop is captured where it matters most.

Under Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain 2026, let's come together to prepare our homes, villages, and communities—because every successful monsoon begins with timely action.

Let's be ready before the rain arrives.

#CatchTheRain2026 #JalShaktiAbhiyan #WaterConservation #RainwaterHarvesting #WaterSecurity #PrepareBeforeTheRain #JanBhagidari #ClimateResilience #EveryDropMatters #NFDB #DepartmentOfFisheries