Thoothukudi: Minister for Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Anita R. Radhakrishnan has disclosed plans to provide training in modern fishing techniques to fishermen in Tamil Nadu. This initiative aims to enhance the skills of fishermen through specialized programs offered by fisheries colleges in the state.
During a recent event where assistance amounting to ₹1.15 crore was distributed to 36 fishermen, Minister Radhakrishnan emphasized the importance of equipping fishermen with contemporary fishing methods. He highlighted that the Department of Fisheries has formulated comprehensive plans to facilitate training sessions aimed at modernizing fishing practices.
The training programs will focus on imparting knowledge and skills relevant to contemporary fishing techniques, with the objective of enabling participants to secure employment opportunities in fishing trawlers engaged in deep-sea fishing operations. Minister Radhakrishnan announced that the training activities will commence shortly at Amali Nagar near Tiruchendur.
Additionally, Minister Radhakrishnan assured that relief measures for fishermen affected by the recent floods, including those whose boats and engines suffered damage, would be provided expeditiously. The announcement was made in the presence of District Collector G. Lakshmipathi, Joint Director of Fisheries J. Amal Xavier, and Assistant Directors Vijayaraghavan and G.S. Bushra Shabhnam.
