Puducherry: Union Minister of Fisheries, Parshottam Rupala, emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing the challenges faced by fishermen nationwide during a visit to the Thengaithittu fishing harbour in Puducherry on Sunday.
As part of the Sagar Parikrama Yatra, Minister Rupala toured coastal areas on both the east and west coasts to assess the progress of various Central schemes and engage with fishermen to better understand their issues and experiences.
Highlighting the significance of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), Mr. Rupala urged fishermen, women self-help group members, cooperative societies, and entrepreneurs to take advantage of the benefits offered under this scheme.
During his visit to the Cuddalore fishing harbour, the Minister interacted with local fishermen, accompanied by L. Murugan, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, along with senior officials from the Fisheries Department.
The presence of Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy and Lieutenant Governor Tamilasai Soundararajan underscored the significance of the government’s commitment to addressing the concerns of the fishing community. Minister Rupala’s coastal tour serves as a proactive approach to ensure the effective implementation of policies and schemes aimed at benefiting fishermen across the nation.