World Fisheries Day
November 21, 2022
World Fisheries Day is celebrated annually on 21st November that highlights the importance of healthy marine ecosystems and securing sustainable fish stocks around the world. The day underscores the fact that fisheries are a vital sector in the Country that provides employment to millions of people, as well as contribute to the food security of India. Fisher folks in India demonstrate the importance of maintaining the fisheries of the world along with highlighting the problems like overfishing and mechanization.
Also See
» Fish Farming in Sikkim
» Copper Mahseer (locally known as 'Katley') declared as State Fish of Sikkim (Gazette date 02/09/2021)
Source: Directtorate of Fisheries, Government of Sikkim
