%20(500%20%C3%97%20280%20px)%20(500%20x%20300%20px)%20(15).png "Department of Fisheries organizes the ‘Fisheries Summer Meet 2024' at Madurai, Tamil Nadu")
- This event aims to recognize the contributions made by fish farmers, aquapreneurs, and fishermen in the development of the fisheries sector.
- During the meet, 312 Fisheries Projects covering 19 States/UTs across the country were inaugurated by Union Minister Shri Rajeev Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh.
- These projects, with an investment of Rs. 114 crore, are supported under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
- The minister emphasized the importance of high-quality seeds, brood banks, RAS (Recirculating Aquaculture Systems), Biofloc technology, deep-sea vessels, and technology infusion to enhance fish production.
- Additionally, discussions revolved around raising awareness about the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) and insurance for beneficiaries in the fisheries sector.
Question:
1. Where was the Fisheries Summer Meet organized by the Department of Fisheries held on 12th July 2024?
- A) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- B) Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- C) Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- D) Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
