Union Minister Launches 'Rangeen Machhli' App to Boost Ornamental Fisheries Sector
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of "Rangeen Machhli" mobile application |
| Date and Venue | ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bhubaneswar |
| Launched by | Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh Alias Lalan Singh, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying |
| Key Attendees | Shri George Kurian (Minister of State), senior officials from relevant departments |
| Developed by | ICAR-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA) |
| Supported by | Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) |
| Target Audience | Hobbyists, aquarium shop owners, fish farmers |
| Key Features | Multilingual information (8 Indian languages), comprehensive fish care information, "Find Aquarium Shops" tool, educational modules (Basics of Aquarium Care and Ornamental Aquaculture) |
| Significance | Knowledge dissemination, industry growth, employment generation, economic contribution, promotion of sustainable practices |