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RURAL FISHERIES WORK EXPERIENCE

PROGRAME
2024-25

SUBMITTED BY
Dodiya Roshani 2021030210071139

SUBMITTED TO
DR. K.V. TANK SIR

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES

ENGINEERING

COLLEGE OF FISHERIES SCIENCE, VERAVAL

KAMDHENU UNIVERSITY, GANDHINAGAR
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SR.NO PARTICULARS PAGE NO

1 Orientation 3
2 Fishermen advisory 3
3 CIFT 7
4 Fishing accessories 11
5 Dolphin Marine 13
6 Coast guard 14
7 MPEDA 17
8 Documentation 20
9 Assignment 24
10 Siddharth Marine 24
INDICATION
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 ORIENTATION:-
Orientation is the action of orienting someone or something relative to the
points of the topics or other specified positions.
The orientation program on the module 'Fishing Experience' was organized
by Dr. K.V. Tank sir on 30 April, 2025. Students were formally welcomed, and
informed about the RFWEP and schedule of this 14 days of RFWEP program.
Sir has also Give brief information about those places where we can go for
visit. Sir also told us that what should we have to do at every place. They
also give us the assignment in the forms of model, that beneficial for us in a
practical way.

 FISHERMAN ADVISORY SERVICES:-

Under RFWEP activity we had a meeting with Mr. Amit Masani who is
working with Reliance foundation as a thematic expert. He is also a student
from fisheries college, Veraval. He completed his Master in FRM in 2009. He
chooses the field in which he was interested. He told about his work and
how they help the fisherman by providing valuable information to them.
This RIL (Reliance Industrial Limited) has bridge knowledge seeker to
knowledge provider.

 Activities in this season:-

 Information and communications technologies in the fisheries sector

Digital and other electronic technologies are transforming our
economies, societies and people’s lives. Technology has had an especially
profound impact on the information and communications activities that
have always been central to sustainable development. Information and
communications technologies (ICTs) refers to technologies that facilitate
communication and the processing of information by electronic means and
includes everything from radio and television to telephones (fixed and
mobile), computers and the Internet.
In fisheries, new ICTs are being used across the sector, from resource
assessment, capture or culture to processing and commercialization. Some
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are specialist applications such as sonar for locating fish. Others are general
purpose applications such as Global Positioning Systems (GPS) used for
navigation and location finding, mobile phones for trading, information
exchange and emergencies, radio programming with fishing communities
and Web-based information and networking resources. A wide range of
technologies can be adapted and introduced in all but the most remote
communities and once appropriated by users, can have positive impacts on
their lives.
The rural people still have difficulties in accessing crucial information in
forms they can understand in order to make timely decisions.

 Navdoot Transponder:-
The Navdoot transponder is an advanced satellite-based communication
device developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to
enhance the safety, security, and operational efficiency of India's fishing
community. In Gujarat, these transponders are being installed on fishing
boats free of cost, with support from organizations like the Reliance
Foundation.

 What Is Navdoot?

Navdoot is a two-way mobile satellite service terminal designed for vessel

tracking and communication. It operates on ISRO’s S-Band geostationary
satellite network and includes:

- An S-Band modem
- NavIC (IRNSS) and GPS receivers
- Bluetooth connectivity
- An integrated SOS button for emergencies
- A rugged, weather-resistant casing

The device enables real-time tracking and communication between fishing

vessels and shore-based agencies, even up to 200 nautical miles offshore.
 Key Features and Benefits:-

- Two-Way Communication: Fishermen can send and receive short

messages using Android mobile apps connected via Bluetooth.
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- Emergency Support: The SOS feature allows fishermen to alert

authorities instantly during distress situations.

- Weather and Safety Alerts: Authorities can broadcast cyclone

warnings, weather updates, and potential fishing zone (PFZ)
information directly to boats.

- Geofencing: Alerts fishermen when they approach or cross

international maritime boundaries, helping prevent unintentional
violations.

- Enhanced Surveillance: Enables monitoring agencies to track vessel

movements, aiding in maritime security and combating illegal fishing
activities.

 Implementation in Gujarat:-

The installation of Navdoot transponders in Gujarat is part of a broader

national initiative under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
(PMMSY). The central government aims to equip 3.5 lakh fishing vessels
with these devices, with the first phase targeting 1 lakh boats under 20
meters in length.
The funding model follows a 60:40 ratio between the central and state
governments, with Union Territories receiving full central funding.
New Space India Limited (NSIL), ISRO’s commercial arm, is responsible for
the maintenance of these devices for the initial two years.

 Broader Impact:-

The deployment of Navdoot transponders is a significant step towards

integrating space technology into the fisheries sector, aligning with
initiatives like 'Digital India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'. By enhancing safety,
promoting sustainable fishing practices, and improving the livelihoods of
fishermen, this initiative represents a convergence of technological
innovation and social welfare.
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 Importance of ICT in fisheries :- New information and communication

technologies (ICTs) are being used across the fisheries sector, from resource
assessment, capture or culture to processing and commercialization

 Specialist application :-
Identification of fishing grounds
Geographical information system (GIS)
SONAR (Location big school of fish)

 General application
Global positioning system (GPS) – Navigation and location finding Mobile
phones Trading, Information exchange and emergencies
Radio programming with Fishing communication
Web based information and network resources

 Information technology needs in capture fisheries operation

potential fishing zone (PFZ) ; Which is based on the remote sensing and real
time data.
Real time information and forecasts on weather (Cyclones, Hurricanes or
Tsunami).

 Fishermen disseminated PFZ, OSF and HWA thorough Machli application

which is available in play store.

 Feature of Machlii app:-

Android application for Indian Fishermen.
Developed by RFIS and Al-Centre of Excellence Reliance, powered by Indian
National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) as the information
partner.
Provides daily Ocean State Forecast at a distance of 50 km from all fish
landing centers (about 1223) spread across the Indian coastline from Bengal
to Gujarat.
Daily forecast to fishermen in 9 native languages (Complete in Tamil, Telugu,
Malayalam, Marathi; Prototype complete in Gujarati, Kannada, Odiya,
Bengali, Hindi) User friendly app where the basic details like date and the
location of the fishermen are automatically detected and with less
navigation.
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Information regarding all landing centres within 200kms from the current
location is provided in easily understandable format (audio, infographic,
text).
Connection to RF Toll Free Helpline can be established through the
application. Toll free no. – 1800-419-8800.

 CIFT :-

Introduction
Under RFWEP activity we had a meeting with Mr.Chinnadurai shanmugavel
who is working in CIFT, Veraval as a scientist. In that meeting he told us about
the sustainable or the responsible fishing. He give us valuable information
about the crafts and their roles and also told about the project done by CIFT
institute, Veraval.
As many people are dependent on the fisheries sector, as it provide
employment to lots of people. A healthy food that is easily digestible and a
delicious in taste. As fish is the rich source of protein. It is a source of income to
the peoples who are directly or indirectly depend on this sector.
How to prevent over fishing Factors that causes over fishing
- As there is an increase in the boats or the gear that will leads to
people to catch the more fishing.
- As we used the gear that is more destructive such as trawl nets and
many other techniques that will affects the fishing bed.
- Over catching: As the peoples have greedy behavior they started to
catching the fishes with no limits and they started to over fishing.
Strategies to prevent over fishing
- Protected areas: Govt. should make the areas in which people don’t
perform fishing activity.
- Control the number of fishing vessel: We should control the vessel
that is going to fishing activity as less fishing vessels will be leads to
less fishing activity.
- Prevent over catching: There should be some rules that one boat
should have as much catch limit.
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Sustainable Fisheries sustainable means responsible. It means that fishing in a

responsible manner. So
- Avoid threatened species: one should avoid the species which have
slow growth rate, less fecundity, etc.
- Diversify/ change resources/ targeted species
- Seasonality: As the fishing should be stopped for few months. During
this period fish population will be recover easily as there will be no
disturbance.
Support/Incentive to fisherman:
We have to support fishermen community in every term and the fisherman
should get some award if they perform sustainable fishing. So that other
fisherman will also be inspired.
Look out for eco label: In foreign countries they put an label in that they show
from which gear this fish has been captured, at which depth etc. In India this
practice should be followed by the fisherman community and the people.
Gear classification
Based on the energy source required to operate gears they are divided in 2
parts:
Active gears: Requirement of energy to operate the gear is more. E.g.: Trawls,
Seines, Cast nets
Passive gears: less energy required to operate such gears. E.g.: Lines, Gillnets,
Traps
Bycatch Reduction Technologies Trawl Bycatch
Trawling: Trawling is most common fishing method in the country. It is a non-
selective gear. Typical trawler catches include ribbonfishes, sciaenid’s,
pomfrets, cat fishes, eel, carangids, engraulids, other clupeid, wolf herring,
Spanish mackerel, elasmobranchs, shrimps, cephalopods and other demersal
fishes.
Lines: Longline fishing, or longlining, is a commercial fishing technique. It uses
a long line, called the main line, with baited hooks attached at intervals by
means of branch lines called snoods. A snood is a short length of line, attached
to the main line using a clip or swivel, with the hook at the other end.
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Bottom of Longline: Longline fishing accidently kills thousand of endangered

sea turtles and seabirds each year. In long line fishing fishermen uses ‘J’ shaped
hook. This ‘J’ shaped hook has down side. When the turtle see bait on hook it
tries to eat the bait and hooked itself. The hook has long point which penetrate
into turtle’s digestive system. It cannot survive because of the damage to the
digestive system.
To avoid turtles and sea birds death they invented circular hook which is called
as ‘circle hook’. A circle hook is a type of fish hook which is sharply curved back
in a circular shape. Due to its shape, it cannot damage the internal organ of
turtle and survival rate of turtle highly increases. Bycatch Reduction Device
Bycatch: - Bycatch is a fish or other marine species that is caught
unintentionally while catching certain target species and target sizes of fish,
crabs etc. Bycatch is either of a different species, the wrong sex, or is
undersized or juvenile individuals of the target species.
BRDs are devices used to minimize the catch non-targeted organisms during
trawling. Advantages of BRDs:-
- Reduction in impact of trawling on non-targeted marine resources
- Reduction in damage to shrimps due to absence of large animals in cod
end
- Shorter sorting times
- Lower fuel costs due to reduced net drag
Soft BRDs: Square Mesh Window
A square mesh bycatch reduction device is installed in upper part of bag net,
which facilitate the escapement of actively swimming juveniles.
Radial Escapement Section
The Radial Escape Section also known as funnel excluder. Key design elements
of the RES includes small-mesh funnel surrounded by a radial section of large
square mesh. This BRD design is intended to funnel catch past the square
meshed section, however stronger swimming animals are able to turn around,
swim forward between the funnel and cod end, and out through the large
square meshes.
Fish Eye BRD
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The fisheye BRD is a semi-round opening held by a rigid triangular shaped

frame at a set distance from the drawstring of the codend. The effectiveness of
the fisheye BRD decreases the further away it is installed from the codend
drawstring.
Fisheye BRD reduced the sea snake catch rate by 63% compared to a net
without a BRD, with more duction in the catch rate of marketable prawns.
Juvenile Fish Excluder- cum-Shrimp Sorting Device
JFE-SSD is an innovative BRD design to reduce bycatch of juveniles with an
integrated system for in situ shrimp sorting.
Turtle Excluder Device (TED)
TED is a specialized device that allows a captured sea turtle to escape when
caught in a fisherman's net.
In TED small animals, such as shrimp, pass through the grid into the mesh bag
at the end of the trawl and are caught. When larger animals like sea turtles
enter the trawl net, they are redirected by the TED and are able to exit through
an opening either at the top or bottom of the net.
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 FISHING ACCESSORIES:-

1) Vora Enterprise

 Hooks Price: Rs 250 – 800/- (according to size) Function: The fish hooks are
used in line fishing. (In troll & hook and line)
 Bottle screw Price: Rs 250/- Function: It is fitted in between of rope to make
rope tight.
 Shackle Price: Rs 150/- Function: Connective device used for fastening of
parts together.
 Swivel Price: Rs 250 – 300/- Function: The swivel is used to prevent twisting
and kinking of lines. In trawl they are used between otter board and warp to
prevent twisting. In long line they are used between branch line and snood
wire.
 Sinkers Price: Rs. 250 /Kg Function: They are used to keep net in the desired
position and shape in gill net. In trawl net they are used to keep trawl open
vertically. In purse seine to stretch the net downwards.
 Floats Price: - Rs 50-70 per piece Function: It is used for buoyancy of net.
 Twine Price: -150-250rs./Kg Function:- For preparation of net. For net
mending. Different kind of twines has differ price range like
 Suffier net – 490 to 536 Rs./Kg
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 STR net – 450 to 500 Rs./Kg

 SNG net – 490 Rs./Kg
 Runner net – 455 Rs./Kg
 BTR net – 465 Rs./Kg

 Anchor Price: Rs 5000 – 8000/- Function: It is used to hold the ship in any
desire locality and prevent it from drifting at the mercy of wind, tide and
current. It is essential in case of engine failure in mechanized boat. They are
also handy in sailing boat when wind is not favourable.
 Fishing line Price:-350 Rs. /kg Function:-Use in hook and line fishing.
 Life jacket Price: Rs 2000/- Function: In accident case we can save our life by
this jacket (we can float for few hours)
 Buoy Price: 200 – 800Rs. /plastic Function; maintaining vertical opening in
sea. The floats are essential component of fishing gear. They help in keeping
gear at required depth. Obtaining proper shape during operation.
 Rope: Price: 80-250 Rs. /kg (according to size) Function: It is used in rope to
marking different depth. Also used in different fishing net.
 Signal light: Price: Rs 260 – 400/- Function: This is battery operated buoys
used to locate long line gear. They are attached at regular distance on the
line.
 Net :- Price :- 700 Rs./Kg (depend on mesh size ) Function: It is use for
catching fish
 Otter board: Price: Rs 25,000/- Function: Horizontal opening of trawl net
 Jig Price: Rs 40-150/- Function: Artificial bait. Fishes attracted towards jigs
more. For catching squid.
 Needle Price: Rs 10-20/- Function: To wind the net and make a knot
according to size of mesh in trawl net and gillnet
 Hand gloves Price; Rs 30/- Function: It is wear on hand to prevent hand
while hands are engaged in any rough work in vessel.
 Showel Price :- Rs.300-350/- Function: To handle the ice.
 Oil Price :- Rs. 750-1500/- Function: as a lubricant.
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 Universal complete :-1800 to 2000 /- Function: To transfer rotational power

from the engine to the propeller while allowing for some flexibility in the
drive shaft.
 Filter : 350 to 750/- Function:- oil and diesel filtration.
 Belt : 600-800/- Function:- for rotation of shafts and pulleys.

 DOLPHINE MARINE:-

Dolphine Marine Product was established in the year 2015. a leading

Manufacturer, Supplier of Fishing Net, HDPE Fishing Net, Plastic Fishing Net,
etc. Owing to the industrial expertise of our dexterous professionals, we have
discovered advanced manufacturing techniques allowing us to facilitate the
production of top notch quality products that are at par with the industry
standards.
In order to meet the variegated demands of buyers, Dolphin Marine
Product is involved in offering a wide range of products that includes fishing
net and fishing twine. reckoned as reputed Manufacturers, Exporters and
Suppliers of these products in India. The range that we offer is manufactured
using optimum grade raw materials and sophisticated techniques ensuring the
best quality. Dimensional accuracy, perfect finishing, easy holding, tear & wear
resistant and durability are some of the main attributes of our products.
Moreover, make available these products in customized sizes, colors and with
varied other specifications. One can avail these products from us at market-
leading prices.

Product
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Fishing net
Fishing twines
 Fishing Nets Price : 270.00 / Kilogram
 Business Type:- Manufacturer, Exporter, Supplier
 Thickness:- 0.75 To 3 Mm Application Fishing
 Fishing Twines Price : 150.00 / Kilogram
 Business Type Manufacturer, Exporter, Supplier
 Thickness 0.75 To 3 Mm Length As per Client Requirement Application
Fishing Use.

 COAT GUARD SHIP:-

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is a maritime law enforcement and search and
rescue agency of India with jurisdiction over its territorial waters including its
contiguous zone and exclusive economic zone. It was formally established on 1
February 1977 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 of the Parliament of India. It
operates under the Ministry of Defence.
The Coast Guard works in close cooperation with the Indian Navy,
the Department of Fisheries, the Department of Revenue (Customs), and
the Central Armed Police Forces, and the State Police Services.
The missions of the Indian Coast Guard are derived from its Charter, as under.
 EEZ Security
 Coastal Security
 Offshore Security
 Marine Safety
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 Marine Environment Protection & Scientific Assistance

 National Defense (in War).

Sea safety equipment:

Life buoy: made up of material like Styrofoam or cork. It should be of highly
visible colour such as orange and red.
Function: provide buoyancy and prevent drowning.
Life jacket: most important safety equipment. As per the government rules it
should be there on the boat. A whistle should be tied with it as a person can
whistle it during help.
Function: help the wearer to keep afloat in water.
Self-Igniting light: A life buoy is provided with self-igniting light which is
available for use day and night.
Function: illuminate 50-70 light/ minute.
Self-activated smoke signal: link with life buoy.
Function: create the smoke in the atmosphere as a sign of help. As the other
ship or the nearest one could see the smoke and help/rescue that person.
UHF (Ultra high frequency)
Frequency above the VHF is known as UHF Range: 300-3000MHz
Function: used for cell phones, satellite communications such as GPS and
personal radio services.
VHF (Very high frequency)
Range:30-300MHz Function: used for FM radio broadcast, marine
communications and long range data communications.
EPIRB:
Emergency position Indicating Radio Beacon Function: when the ship is sinking
transmitter is active and begins transmitting a continuous radio signal which is
used by rescue team to quickly locate the position and help them. The signal is
detected by satellites.
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SART (Search and Rescue Transponder) It is a combination of GPS and radar.

Function: It is a vital machine during distress for it helps in locating the position
of vessel in case if it goes off track. The response is usually displayed on radar
scene as sequence of dot X band radar which help rescuers to reach the vessel
in time.
First aid kit
It is a collection of supplies and equipment that is used to give medical
treatment. It includes: Antiseptic wipes to clean wound, First aid cream,
Adhesive bandages, Scissors Aspirin.
Remote sensing
It is an acquisition of information about an object without having any physical
contact with object. It saves 60-70% time for searching fish. Increase 2-4 times
probability of fishing. Increase 2-4% profit.
Equipment use in coast guard ship :
A. Ship forecastle : It is used for fix the gun at the time of fire.
B. Heavy Anchor : It is used for fix the Ship.
C. Storage Basin Opening : It is used for store the ropes and other
things like anchor.
D. Rescue Basin : It is used for emergency purpose.
E. Exhaustion vent : In order to prevent damage of cargo because of
moisture, ships are fitted with natural or forced ventilation
systems.
F. Life buoy : It provide buoyancy and prevent drowning.
G. Self igniting light : It is used during night & mark the position of
buoy.
H. Water Scooter : It is used in ship in emergency condition when we
want to go in fast speed.
I. Geaimini or Life raft : Used as safety equipment to save fishermen
during emergency.
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J. Electrically operated Winch : Used for enter the life raft into water
and also use for hauling purpose.
K. Fenders : It is used on all types of vessels, from cargo ships to
cruise ships, ferries and personal yachts, prevent damage to vessels
and berthing structures.
L. Galley : It is Part of ship where food is prepared.
M. Working place : It is place where commanding officer are do work.

 MPEDA:-

The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) was set up by an

act of Parliament during 1972. The erstwhile Marine Products Export
Promotion Council established by the Government of India in September 1961
was converged in to MPEDA on 24th August 1972. MPEDA is given the mandate
to promote the marine products industry with special reference to exports
from the country. It is envisaged that this organization would take all actions to
develop and augment the resources required for promoting the exports of “all
varieties of fishery products known commercially as shrimp, prawn, lobster,
crab, fish, shell-fish, other aquatic animals or plants or part thereof and any
other products which the authority may, by notification in the Gazette of India,
declare to be marine products for the purposes of (the) Act”. The Act
empowers MPEDA to regulate exports of marine products and take all
measures required for ensuring sustained, quality seafood exports from the
country. MPEDA is given the authority to prescribe for itself any matters which
the future might require for protecting and augmenting the seafood exports
from the country. It is also empowered to carry out inspection of marine
products, its raw material, fixing standards, specifications, and training as well
as take all necessary steps for marketing the seafood overseas.
EXPORT DOCUMENTATION
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- Catch Certificate
- Certificate of Origin
- DS-2031 Certificate
- ICCAT Certificate
- Other Certificates
- RCMC
ROLE OF MPEDA
- Registration of infrastructural facilities for seafood export trade.
- Collection and dissemination of trade information.
- Promotion of Indian marine products in overseas markets.
- Implementation of schemes vital to the industry by extending
assistance for infrastructure development for better preservation and
modernized processing following quality regime.
- Promotion of aquaculture for augmenting export production through
hatchery development, new farm development, diversification of
species and up gradation of technology
- Promotion of deep-sea fishing projects through test fishing, joint
ventures and up gradation & installation of equipments to increase
the efficiency of fishing.
- Market promotional activities and publicity.
- To carry out inspection of marine products, its raw material, fixing
standards and specifications, training, regulating as well as to take all
necessary steps for maintaining the quality of seafood that are
marketed overseas.
- Impart trainings to fishermen, fish processing workers, aquaculture
farmers and other stake holders in the respective fields related to
fisheries; promotion of modernization of fishing harbours.
- Conduct research and development for the aquaculture of aquatic
species having export potential through Rajiv Gandhi Centre for
Aquaculture (RGCA).
- Conduct extension and awareness activities, trainings etc through
Network for Fish Quality Management and Sustainable Fishing
(NETFISH) & National Centre for Sustainable Aquaculture (NaCSA).
- To prescribe for itself any matters required for protecting and
augmenting the seafood exports from the country in the future.
Category of exporters
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- Manufacturer Exporter: is an owner of an approved processing plant,

or an approved fishing vessel having onboard processing facilities, or
live fish handling facility, or chilled fish handling facility or dried fish
handling facility.
- Merchant Exporter: is an exporter who does not own a processing
plant but utilizes the surplus capacity of an approved processing or
handling facility.
- Route through Merchant exporter: is an export house of Trading
House or Star Trading House or Super Star Trading House, possessing
a certificate of approval issued by the DGFT.
- Ornamental Fish Exporter: is an exporter who exports only
ornamental fish but not an exporter of live marine products for
human consumption.

Development Function of MPEDA

- Development of technologies
- Facilitating infrastructure development in fishing harbours
- Promote resource and coastal conservation efforts
- Development of infrastructure for value addition and cold chain
management.
Supply of seafood export
Capture fisheries contribute about 45.18% of seafood export of India value and
about 68.51% in quantity.
MPEDA quality control labs
MPEDA labs at Kochi, Bhimavaram, bhubaneswarand Nellore are EIC approved,
NABL Accredited and ISO certified. These labs participate regularly in
international proficiency test programmes and inter library comparison/ testing
programmes.
Societies under MPEDA
 NETFISH Network for Fish Quality Management and Sustainable Fishing
establish for capacity building in fishing and fish processing sector at the
Grass root level in order to improve the quality of fishery product.
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Role: conservation of resources sustainability and preservation of coastal

environment is also among the mandates.
 NaCSA National Center For Sustainable Aquaculture: facilities linkage
between stakeholder and facilities formulation of best management
practices, strategies and voluntary guidelines which benefit the entire
shrimp farming community as a whole aiming at a “bottom up” approach
 RGCA Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Aquaculture : activity in world in the
development of various sustainable aquaculture technologies for various
aquatic species having export potential RGCA has set up a facility for the
first time in India at Chennai to Quarantine the import of SPF vannamei
shrimp brood stock.
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 DOCUMENTATION FOR FISHING ( VISIT TO FISHERIES OFFICE):-

Introduction
Under RFWEP activity we had a meeting with Mr. Gajendrasingh Chavda sir
who is Superintendent (Senior) of fisheries, Veraval. He completed his
graduation in fisheries college, Veraval. He give us valuable information about
the Registration of the boats and the scheme provide by the Government.
Gujarat is at 3rd place in Marine production. There are 2,17,000 active
fishermen in Gujarat. Total production produces by Inland and brackish is 1.4
lakh mt. There are 2 categories in boat That is Mechanized and Non-
mechanized.
Documentation
Registration
Before 2003 registration for the fishing activity was offline that was done by
Gujarat fisheries
sector. But after that it was changed to online process. Real craft application
was approved by Centre govt for the online process. In that fisherman have to
fulfil all the necessary details.
Boat details: type of the gears, navigation equipment, safety equipment, etc.
Fishermen have to fill up these kinds of details through this application.
Department: After filling details of the boats the department members will
check the details.
Registration certificate: includes -technical details such as types of engine used
 Name of the fisherman and his photo
 Details of crew members, there should be 7-8 crew members during
fishing activity.
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 Navigational equipment: VHF, GPS, SONAR, etc.

 Lifesaving equipment: life jackets, buoys, etc.
 Boat number plate: it includes
IND-GJ-11-MM-MO-123
MM: mechanized motor
MO: non-mechanized motor
District head will issue this certification and put their stamp and their sign on
that certificate.

Fishing license: As fisherman requires this license for driving the ship during
fishing activity. Validity of that license is for 3years.

Boat movement
Very important factor because it contains day to day record of the boat.
Fisheries authority will check the availability of the boat on the coastal region.
Fisheries officer will track the data of the boat. After the 26/11 attack it is
mandatory to check the data and records of the boat. In fishing center there
will be sub office in that fisheries guard office will available for 24 hrs. and they
have to maintain the records of boat activity day to day. Fisheries guard office
have M-book in that they have to maintain 2 yrs. details of boats activity. Such
as date of the fishing activity and their return date.

Movement Book:
The front page contains the details of the fishermen such as their photo,
license etc. They have to take token number in that basic detail of crew
members will there. Departure date: the date on which fisherman will going to
fishing activity.
Tentative arrival date: fisherman have to tell they officer that when they will
return from fishing.
e.g.: 10-12 days.
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Return date: The date on which fisherman will arrive on the harbor the guard
office will put
down the details.
There will be stamp and sign issued by the officer on that M-book.

Introduction to Scheme
Marine schemes
1) For small fisher man: those who doesn‟t have any boat for fishing, as they
fishing on the coast by themselves only for their livelihood. Govt has given
them a kit that cost 8000 Rs that
include a cycle weight machine and insulated box. But for fisherman, they have
to pay only 800 Rs for this kit. Rs but fisheries department provide 50% subsidy
on that kit.
2) OBM: Govt provide gill net to fisherman and cost of gillnet is 1 lakh Rs but
fisheries department provide 25% subsidy on that gillnet.
3) DAT: Govt provide 90% subsidy on that equipment to fisherman.
4) GPS: Govt provide 50% subsidy on that equipment for fisherman. The cost of
GPS is 40 thousand. Processing plants/ Ice storage: Govt provide 50% subsidy.
Freezer, trawl net, wire, engine (IBM and OBM: Govt provide 35% subsidy on
these equipment.)

Inland schemes
1) Schemes for women: Govt provide free education and training and also help
in fish selling.
2) Reservoir schemes: In Gujarat major reservoirs and dams are there. The
business man has to fill a tender for that reservoir for the aquaculture
practices. After that Govt will provide them hatch seeds from hatcheries and
they just have to put that seeds in reservoir and expand their growth. The
contract for this scheme is for 5 yrs.
3) Schemes for Remote areas: As the fisherman doesn‟t have much money so
the govt will
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provide them seed, they have to rearing and stockings of the seeds. Govt will
give their wages/day

Brakish Water Schemes

- They help them to get the land approval.
- Provide subsidy for the Aerator, Bird fancing.

Nabhmitra Transponder
- He shows us on the screen that how this transponder works, here are
some pictures of that:

 ASSIGNMENT / MODEL PREPRATION:-

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 SIDDHARTH MARINE PRODUCT:-

Established in 2012, Siddharth Marine Product Shop has been a reliable
supplier of high-quality marine equipment and fishing gear in the coastal
region of Gujarat. Over the years, the shop has developed a trusted partnership
with Garware Technical Fibres Ltd., sourcing a wide range of marine products
including twine, ropes, and nets that cater to the specific needs of commercial
fishing operations.

 Product Portfolio and Customer Service:-

 The shop primarily deals in:

- Gill Nets
- Dol Nets
- Aquaculture Nets

These products are supplied based on customer requirements and satisfaction

standards. Notably, any customer grievance or complaint related to Garware-
manufactured products can be directly reported through the Garware
company’s customer service portal, ensuring transparency and accountability.

 Manufacturing and Distribution:-

The primary manufacturing of these nets is done in Maharashtra, while Veraval

city in Gujarat is home to four major distributors of Garware products. In fact,
Garware nets are widely used across the entire stretch of Gujarat's coastal belt
—from Okha to Jafrabad Port—demonstrating their regional dominance and
customer preference.

 Product Specifications:-

 Siddharth Marine categorizes its nets based on the type of fishing:

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- Pelagic Fishing Nets

- Deep Sea Fishing Nets

 Available Net Types:

- 2x2
- 3x3

 Current Selling Prices (per KG):

- Twine – ₹350
- Net – ₹450
- Rope – ₹315

In addition, the shop also offers the 'Safaya' twine net, which is regarded as the
most profitable and high-demand product in their portfolio. The Safaya twine is
dark blue in color and is priced at approximately ₹490 per KG. Its high strength
and effectiveness in fishing operations make it a top choice among local fishers.

 Material Composition and Product Life

 The primary materials used in manufacturing the twine are:

- HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene)
- PP (Polypropylene)

The twine generally has a shelf life of 4 to 5 years under standard usage and
storage conditions. However, it is important to note that there is no formal
guarantee offered on the twine.

 Sales Performance and Targets:-

In the current financial year, Siddharth Marine has set a sales target of 95 tons
of twine. Despite the steady demand for twine and ropes, it has been observed
that net sales are gradually declining year after year. This trend may reflect
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shifts in fishing practices, regulations, or market competition, and merits

further analysis.