BusinessIndia's Deep-Sea Fishing Push Faces Economic Challenges
India is promoting deep-sea fishing to improve incomes for traditional fishers through government financial support for vessels. However, the transition to deeper waters is more complex than expected, with fishing communities across coastal states questioning the economic viability. Government schemes from 2020-2025 have struggled to attract participants, highlighting challenges in investment and sustainability for fishers targeting high-value species.
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