Ahmedabad, Nov 20 (IANS) As the world marks World Fisheries Day on November 21, Gujarat, home to India’s longest coastline, stands out as one of the country’s most powerful engines of the blue economy. Backed by strong marine resources and robust policy support, the state has cemented its leadership in fisheries production.

Gujarat currently ranks second in India in marine fish output and sixth in overall fish production.

According to official estimates, the state recorded more than 10.42 lakh metric tonnes of total fish production in 2024-25, including 7.64 lakh MT from marine sources and 2.78 lakh MT from inland fisheries. For 2025-26, Gujarat is expected to cross 11 lakh MT, reflecting its expanding capacity and the strengthening of its aquatic ecosystems.

Over the past four years, t

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