AN OVERVIEW OF FISHING INDUSTRY IN INDIA

This research paper presents an overview of the fishing industry in India. The fishing
industry is an essential source of food, nutrition, employment, and income in India. Fish
and fish products are affordable and the healthiest options to mitigate hunger and
malnutrition. The fisheries sector is dominated by socio-economically backward people
all over India. It provides a cheap source of nutrients to society. However, still, several
issues and challenges are hindering the fishery sector. There is a severe need of applying
good management practices for the long-term sustainability of the fishing industry.