During the “Northeast Region States Meet 2025” held in Guwahati, Assam, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched India’s first organic fisheries cluster, aimed at promoting sustainable aquaculture and boosting farmer incomes. India’s first organic fisheries cluster, launched under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) initiative, is located in which district?

The correct answer is Soreng. In News Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh launched India’s first organic fisheries cluster in Soreng district of Sikkim during the Northeast Region States Meet 2025 held on January 6, 2025, in Guwahati, Assam. Key Points The organic fisheries cluster promotes ecological fish farming, avoiding antibiotics, chemicals, and pesticides to produce organic fish. It aims to supply organic fish to eco-conscious markets globally, supporting sustainable aquaculture practices. The initiative is part of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) , focusing on boosting incomes of fish farmers and enhancing fish production. The Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying organized the Northeast Region States Meet 2025 in Guwahati. The event also included certificate distribution to beneficiaries and launching of key projects worth Rs. 50 crore in the Northeast region under PMMSY. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) plays a key role by providing financial and technical support to the organic cluster development. The project emphasizes low environmental pollution approaches to aquaculture for long-term sustainability. Additional Information About Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY): It was launched in September 2020 to double the income of fish farmers and promote sustainable fisheries and aquaculture development. The scheme runs from 2020-21 to 2024-25 with an investment of Rs 20,050 crore under Central Sector (CS) and Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) components. PMMSY targets increased fisheries production, infrastructure enhancement, and market development across India. The scheme plays a crucial role in ensuring food security and jobs in fisheries and allied sectors.