India, May 15 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired a high-level meeting to review the progress of the fisheries sector, with focus on Fishing in the Exclusive Economic Zone(EEZ) and High Seas, at his residence at Lok Kalyan Marg earlier today.
Prime Minister emphasized the extensive use of satellite technology to harness better use of fish resources and give safety instructions to fishermen.
Prime Minister stressed on modernization of the sector through smart harbours and markets, use of drones in transportation of the catch and its marketing. He said that there is a need to move toward a healthier system of functioning so as to add value in the supply chain.
Further, Pr...