New Delhi, Nov. 8 -- In a major step toward realising the vision of a prosperous and inclusive Blue Economy, the Government of India has notified the Rules for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

The initiative, announced in the Union Budget 2025-26, aims to create an enabling framework for sustainable fisheries from India's EEZ and high seas, with a special focus on the Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands.

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying in a release stated that the new EEZ Rules prioritise Fishermen Cooperative Societies and Fish Farmer Producer Organisations (FFPOs) for deep-sea fishing operations and management of technologically advanced vessels. The initiative seek...