Bhubaneswar: Fisheries sector, often referred as the ‘Blue Economy‘, has immense potential for employment generation and nutritional security, said governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at the closing ceremony of Matsya Prani Samavesh Odisha 2025, the state-level fisheries and animal resources development fair, on Sunday.
The governor emphasised that Odisha, with its vast coastline and extensive inland water resources, has the opportunity to emerge as a leader in fisheries, aquaculture, and animal resources development.
Kambhampati said that govt initiatives such as the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana and Mukhyamantri Matsyajibi Kalyan Yojana are playing a crucial role in strengthening the fisheries sector by providing direct benefits to over 3 lakh fisherfolk.
The governor encouraged farmers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to embrace innovation, digital platforms, and sustainable practices. He highlighted the role of AI and data analytics in disease monitoring, smart feeding, and productivity enhancement.TNN