**Executive Summary**
This report details the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) in Haryana from 2020-21 to 2024-25. The Union Ministry of Fisheries has approved proposals totaling Rs. 760.87 crore to enhance fisheries infrastructure and aquaculture, with Rs. 168.61 crore of the central share already released. The initiative aims to drive a "Blue Revolution" by increasing farmer income and creating employment, particularly for marginalized communities.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Financial Allocations**
* **Total Project Cost:** Rs. 760.87 crore approved for fisheries developmental proposals in Haryana over a five-year period.
* **Central Funding:** The central share is designated at Rs. 262.16 crore, of which Rs. 168.61 crore has been released to the State Government.
* **District-Specific Assistance:** Fish farmers in the Hisar district received Rs. 514.51 lakh, while those in Karnal received Rs. 1151.95 lakh in assistance.
**Infrastructure and Development Initiatives**
* **Pond Construction:** 3,766 hectares of new grow-out/rearing ponds, including developments in saline and alkaline areas.
* **Technology Adoption:** Installation of 130 Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS) and 326 Biofloc units.
* **Production Facilities:** Establishment of 11 new freshwater finfish hatcheries and 48 fish feed mills.
* **Supply Chain & Retail:** Construction of 166 fish kiosks and 23 ice plants/cold storage units.
* **Specialized Units:** Development of one Integrated Aqua Park and nine ornamental fish rearing units.
**Impact Analysis**
**Government of Haryana**
**Impact**
The state government has received significant financial backing and approvals to modernize its fisheries sector and infrastructure.
**Action Required**
The government must continue the implementation and management of the approved project activities under PMMSY.
**Fish Farmers (General)**
**Impact**
Existing farmers have experienced a significant increase in income due to improved aquaculture interventions and infrastructure support.
**Action Required**
Farmers should utilize the provided assistance and modern facilities (like RAS and Biofloc) to enhance productivity.
**Women and Scheduled Caste Community**
**Impact**
The program has generated new employment opportunities and provided a sustainable source of livelihood for these specific groups.
**Action Required**
Eligible individuals from these communities can engage in aquaculture activities enabled by the scheme’s interventions.
**Districts of Hisar and Karnal**
**Impact**
These districts have been primary beneficiaries of targeted financial assistance for fish farmers.
**Action Required**
Local authorities and farmers in these districts must ensure the effective utilization of the allocated Rs. 514.51 lakh and Rs. 1151.95 lakh respectively.
Key Entities Referenced
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY): A flagship scheme for the sustainable development of the fisheries sector, under which various infrastructure and aquaculture projects are approved and funded.
Department of Fisheries (Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying): The central government department responsible for the approval and release of funds for fisheries developmental proposals across India.
Haryana: The primary state of applicability where PMMSY is being implemented, specifically targeting districts like Hisar and Karnal for aquaculture growth.
Blue Revolution: A referenced policy objective aimed at significantly promoting aquaculture activities to increase production and the income of fish farmers.
Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh: The Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying who provided the official report on the scheme's progress in the Rajya Sabha.
Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
PMMSY in Haryana
Posted On: 19 MAR 2026 2:23PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying during the last five
years (2020-21 to 2024-25) has accorded approvals to the fisheries developmental proposals of
Government of Haryana at a total cost of Rs. 760.87 crore with central share of Rs. 262.16 crore to
develop fisheries infrastructure and development of fisheries and aquaculture in the State under the
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). Out of the central share approved, an amount of Rs.
168.61 crore has been released to Government of Haryana for implementation of the approved project
activities under PMMSY. The major initiatives taken and implemented by the Department of Fisheries,
Government of Haryana under PMMSY includes (i) 3766 ha of Construction of New Grow-out/rearing
ponds including Saline /Alkaline areas (ii) 166 no of fish kiosks (iii) 130 no of RAS (iv) 326 no of Biofloc
(iv) 11 New Freshwater Finfish Hatcheries (v) 48 Fish Feed Mills (vi) 23 Ice Plant/Cold Storage (vii) one
Integrated Aqua Parks (vii) 9 units of Ornamental fish Rearing Units etc.
(b) and (c): Department of Fisheries, Government of Haryana informed that an amount of Rs. 514.51 lakh
and Rs. 1151.95 lakh of assistance provided to the fish farmers in the districts of Hisar and Karnal
respectively. The implementation of PMMSY has led to a Blue Revolution in the State by significantly
promoting aquaculture activities. These interventions have generated new employment opportunities,
particularly to Women and Scheduled caste community, by enabling them to start aquaculture as a source
of livelihood. As a result, the income of existing fish farmers has increased significantly in the State.
This information was given by Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister Shri Rajiv Ranjan
Singh alias Lalan Singh in the Rajya Sabha in response to a question asked.
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