Summary
The Vice President says India’s blue economy can bring new jobs for coastal towns.
India now produces about eight percent of the world’s fish.
The plan also helps young people and women find work while protecting marine life.
Key Points
4 points1
India’s coastline stretches more than 11,000 kilometres.
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The country’s fish farms and fisheries support about 30 million workers.
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Fish production reached roughly 1.95 billion kilograms in the 2024‑25 year.
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The “blue economy” means using sea resources in a safe and lasting way.
New Words to Learn
4 wordsblue economy
using the ocean’s resources to help people and keep the sea healthy
sustainable
doing something that does not damage the environment
aquaculture
raising fish and other water animals on farms
livelihood
how people earn money to live
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