Policy Push Targets Better Technology, Finance and Market Access for Offshore Fishers

The upcoming workshop will also serve as a platform to outline a comprehensive policy framework aimed at enhancing technology adoption, skill development, financing options and export market access for deep‑sea fishers. Experts will present sessions covering vessel upgrades, digital tools for catch reporting, and value‑addition processes from processing to packaging.

The government intends to simplify the issuance of access passes and letters of authorization, making it easier for fishers to operate in exclusive economic zones. By addressing ground‑level constraints, the policy seeks to increase participation of fishers in high‑value offshore fisheries.