Mangaluru Fishing Harbour - 21st July 2026 - Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying - Gazette Notification PDF
Issued by Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying on 21st July 2026. Classified under Press Release.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary The Department of Fisheries, Government of India, is overseeing the modernization and upgradation of the Mangaluru Fishing Harbour under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Approved at a cost of Rs 37.47 crore, the project aims to benefit 18,000 stakeholders and provide berthing for 1,600 vessels. Currently reporting 25% physical progress, the project is scheduled for completion by May 21, 2027.
Key Points / Main Content
Mangaluru Fishing Harbour Project Details
- Funding: The project was approved in 2024 for Rs 37.47 crore, featuring a central government share of Rs 22.48 crore.
- Current Status: The Government of Karnataka has reported 25% physical progress with an expenditure of Rs 6.31 crore.
- Capacity and Scope: The project is designed to facilitate berthing for 1,600 fishing vessels and support approximately 18,000 fishers and related stakeholders.
- Timeline: All pending components are slated for completion by May 21, 2027.
PMMSY Implementation in Karnataka
- Total Investment: Between 2020-21 and 2026-27, fisheries development projects totaling Rs 1,053.60 crore have been approved for the state.
- Fund Release: Rs 126.01 crore has been released for projects in Karnataka for the period 2023-24 to 2026-27.
- Beneficiary Coverage: 212 beneficiaries across three coastal districts have received support for deep-sea vessels, ice plants, cold storage, and refrigerated/insulated transport vehicles.
Monitoring and Sector-wide Measures
- Monitoring Mechanisms: Project implementation is reviewed through physical/virtual meetings, field visits, and a centralized digital monitoring platform.
- Key Focus Areas: Measures include modernizing fish landing centers, improving cold chain and transport infrastructure, quality seed production, and strengthening aquatic animal health.
- Financial and Welfare Support: Fishers are provided access to institutional credit via the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) and Kisan Credit Cards (KCC), alongside insurance coverage and capacity building.
Impact Analysis
Government of Karnataka (State Government) Impact Responsible for the physical execution of projects and the selection of beneficiaries under PMMSY. Action Required Must ensure the completion of the Mangaluru Fishing Harbour project components by the May 2027 deadline and continue regular reporting of physical and financial progress.
Fishers and Associated Stakeholders Impact Benefit from modernized berthing facilities, improved cold chain infrastructure, and enhanced transport/marketing tools (e.g., motorcycles/three-wheelers with ice boxes). Action Required Utilize available institutional credit (KCC/FIDF), insurance schemes, and capacity-building programs provided under the initiative.
Department of Fisheries, Government of India Impact Acts as the primary funding and regulatory body, providing central shares and oversight for state-level implementations. Action Required Continue regular reviews via the centralized digital platform and field visits to ensure projects adhere to approved timelines and PMMSY guidelines.