In a gathering with seafood exporters held right here on Friday (April 10, 2026), the Union Fisheries Ministry emphasised the necessity for sustainable markets and product diversification, the significance of strict regulatory compliance, together with compliance with the antibiotic ban, and strengthening traceability techniques to seek out new export locations. The ministry stated in a launch on Saturday (April 11, 2026) that the assembly, chaired by Union Fisheries Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, additionally mentioned methods to develop its attain into international markets.
The assembly famous that India’s seafood exports have crossed a brand new milestone, growing from Rs 62,000 billion final yr to round Rs 68,000 billion this yr, reflecting a internet improve of round Rs 600 billion. It was organized to offer a “structured platform” for interplay between authorities and the seafood business, and to acquire suggestions from exporters on present challenges concerning market entry, worth pressures and compliance necessities. Additionally they mentioned measures wanted to extend added worth, diversify markets and develop maritime exports from islands, unique financial zones (EEZs) and the excessive seas.
