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Vice President to launch Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission, High-Seas Fishing Authorisation in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar, July 8 (UNI) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan will on Thursday launch the Letter of Authorisation (LoA) for Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the High Seas and unveil the Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission (2026–2036) Document at a national-level event in Bhubaneswar.
The launch marks the beginning of a regulated, transparent and sustainable framework for authorised fishing by Indian-flagged vessels beyond India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The initiative is aimed at promoting responsible high-seas fishing while empowering Indian fishing vessels to sustainably harness marine resources.
Around 1,000 fish farmers and fishers, including women, are expected to participate in the programme, along with senior officials from the Government of Odisha, the union Government and various line departments.

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