Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 launched in Lakshadweep to promote ornamental fisheries
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan released the Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 Strategic Action Plan during a Fisheries Outreach Programme at Agatti, Lakshadweep, in August 2026. The initiative focuses on promoting ornamental fisheries, encouraging sustainable fisheries development, and strengthening India’s Blue Economy. Officials described incentives for private investment, skills training, and improved harvesting practices. The plan will coordinate with fisheries departments, research institutions, and local communities to build capacity and diversify livelihoods. Steps include marketing support, value addition, and export readiness to expand India’s presence in marine ornamentals and sustainable aquaculture.
Plan: Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 released in Lakshadweep (Aug 2026).
Focus: ornamental fisheries and sustainable marine development.
Goals: strengthen Blue Economy; promote private investment.
Actions: capacity building, marketing, value addition, exports.
Collaboration: fisheries departments, research bodies, local communities.
Outcome: diversify livelihoods and grow India’s ornamental fisheries sector.
Swachhata Pakhwada-2026 launched by Department of Fertilizers
Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda inaugurated Swachhata Pakhwada-2026, organised by the Department of Fertilizers, in September 2026. The campaign focuses on cleanliness practices, environmental conservation, digital cleanliness, and better record management across government departments. It encourages public participation and emphasizes monitoring via digital tools. Field teams are urged to engage with local communities and promote best practices. The initiative aligns with broader government cleanliness and governance goals and supports enhanced transparency and efficiency in public service delivery across departments and schemes connected to fertilizers and related sectors.
Launch announced by Chemicals and Fertilizers Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda.
Swachhata Pakhwada-2026 organized by Department of Fertilizers.
Focus areas: cleanliness, environment, digital cleanliness, record management.
Emphasis on public participation and digital monitoring.
Aims to improve governance and service delivery in fertilizer sectors.
Part of broader national cleanliness and governance initiatives.