KARGIL : The Kargil administration reviewed proposals for selection and approval of units under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, with emphasis on strengthening fisheries-based livelihood opportunities and promoting self-employment in the district.
The District Level Committee meeting was chaired by the Deputy Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, LAHDC Kargil, at the DC Office, where officials discussed implementation strategies and examined proposals identified by the Fisheries Department under the centrally sponsored scheme.
The meeting focused on expanding fisheries-related activities in Kargil through coordinated institutional support and effective execution of approved units at the grassroots level. Officials reviewed the feasibility of proposed units and deliberated on measures aimed at improving livelihood generation through fisheries and allied sectors.
During the deliberations, the Deputy Commissioner stressed the need to encourage sustainable self-employment opportunities, particularly for rural youth and local communities, by strengthening the fisheries sector in the district.
He also called for close coordination among line departments to ensure timely implementation of the scheme and better outreach to eligible beneficiaries.
Officials from various departments discussed infrastructure support, technical assistance and resource management required for successful implementation of projects under PMMSY. The scheme is aimed at enhancing fish production, improving fisheries infrastructure and supporting income generation among communities associated with the sector.
The meeting was attended by officers from the Agriculture Department, Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Public Health Engineering Department, Fisheries Department, Lead District Manager and Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kargil, besides other stakeholders associated with the fisheries sector.
