Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 20 November 2025
In the run-up to World Fisheries Day 2025, the Department of Fisheries, A&N Administration, in collaboration with the Department of Education, organised a series of engaging pre-events aimed at fostering awareness among students and youth on the significance of fisheries and marine resources.
A Quiz Programme on “Wonder World of Fishes” and a Poster Making Competition on “Marine Biodiversity of A&N Islands” were held on 18th November 2025 at Govt. Senior Secondary School, Junglighat. Students from various schools across the Islands participated with enthusiasm, showcasing creativity and a keen understanding of the region’s rich marine biodiversity.
Continuing the academic momentum, an Essay Writing Competition on “Fisheries Potential of A&N Islands: Way Forward for Fisheries Economy Development” was conducted on 20th November 2025 for students of the Zoology Department, JNRM College, Sri Vijaya Puram. Participants presented insightful perspectives on sustainable fisheries development, tapping the Islands’ vast marine potential and identifying strategies to strengthen the fisheries economy in line with national priorities.
Winners of these competitions will be felicitated during the official World Fisheries Day programme scheduled for 21st November at the TGCE Auditorium. The event will also mark several significant milestones in the Islands’ fisheries sector, including the launch of Commercial Open Sea Cage Culture, culmination of the 45-Day Seaweed Training Programme, release of a Seaweed Farming Documentary, and presentation of the World Fisheries Day Awards 2025.
Fishers, fish farmers, exporters, fisheries cooperatives, traders, and other stakeholders from across the value chain are expected to participate. This year’s celebration is centred on the national theme, “India’s Blue Transformation – Strengthening Value Addition in Seafood Exports.”
With the successful conduct of these pre-events, the stage is set for a meaningful and impactful World Fisheries Day 2025, reaffirming the Administration’s commitment to sustainable fisheries, livelihood enhancement, and nurturing marine stewardship among the youth.
