New Delhi, Nov 8 (IANS) The new rules for ‘Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)’ will not only facilitate deep-sea fishing but will also contribute to enhancing seafood exports by emphasising value addition, traceability and certification, the government said on Saturday.

The rules give priority to Fishermen Cooperative Societies and Fish Farmer Producer Organisations (FFPOs) for undertaking deep-sea fishing operations and managing technologically advanced vessels.

“The initiative, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to unlocking the untapped potential of India’s marine sector, fulfils the Budget 2025–26 announcement that envisaged an enabling framework for sustainable fisheries from the Indian EEZ and High Seas, with special focus on

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