{"id":41264,"date":"2025-11-03T15:39:54","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:09:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=41264"},"modified":"2025-11-03T15:39:56","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T10:09:56","slug":"national-marine-fisheries-census-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Launched \u2013 India\u2019s First Fully Digitised Fisheries Survey under PMMSY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_launched_as_Indias_first_fully_digitised_fisheries_survey_under_PMMSY_Conducted_by_CMFRI_using_VyAS_Bharat_and_VyAS_Sutra_apps_this_45-day_census_aims_to_register_12_million_fisher_households_on_the_NFDP_for_smart_governance_and_welfare_delivery\" >National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 launched as India\u2019s first fully digitised fisheries survey under PMMSY. Conducted by CMFRI using VyAS Bharat and VyAS Sutra apps, this 45-day census aims to register 1.2 million fisher households on the NFDP for smart governance and welfare delivery.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#First_Fully_Digitised_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_Launched\" >First Fully Digitised National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Launched<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Introduction_to_the_Census_Initiative\" >Introduction to the Census Initiative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#A_Nationwide_Digital_Census_Initiative\" >A Nationwide Digital Census Initiative<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Technological_Revolution_in_Fisheries_Governance\" >Technological Revolution in Fisheries Governance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Smart_Census_Smarter_Fisheries\" >Smart Census, Smarter Fisheries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Implementation_and_Expected_Outcomes\" >Implementation and Expected Outcomes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Strengthens_Policy_and_Welfare_for_Marine-Fishers\" >Strengthens Policy and Welfare for Marine-Fishers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Boosts_Digital_Governance_Marine_Sector_Management\" >Boosts Digital Governance &amp; Marine Sector Management<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Relevance_Across_Sectors_Competitive_Exams\" >Relevance Across Sectors &amp; Competitive Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Reflects_Environmental_Resource_Management_Focus\" >Reflects Environmental &amp; Resource Management Focus<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Evolution_of_Marine-Fisheries_Census_in_India\" >Evolution of Marine-Fisheries Census in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Pradhan_Mantri_Matsya_Sampada_Yojana_PMMSY_Framework\" >Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Digital_Governance_NFDP_Integration\" >Digital Governance &amp; NFDP Integration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Significance_of_Coastal_Fisheries_Sector\" >Significance of Coastal Fisheries Sector<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CFirst_Fully_Digitised_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_Launched%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cFirst Fully Digitised National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Launched\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_Related_to_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#1_What_is_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\" >1. What is the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#2_Who_launched_the_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\" >2. Who launched the Marine Fisheries Census 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#3_When_will_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_be_conducted\" >3. When will the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 be conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#4_Which_digital_tools_are_being_used_for_the_Census\" >4. Which digital tools are being used for the Census?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#5_What_is_the_National_Fisheries_Digital_Platform_NFDP\" >5. What is the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#6_Why_is_this_Census_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\" >6. Why is this Census important for government exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#7_Which_organization_is_the_nodal_agency_for_MFC_2025\" >7. Which organization is the nodal agency for MFC 2025?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#8_Under_which_central_scheme_is_the_Census_being_conducted\" >8. Under which central scheme is the Census being conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#9_How_does_digitization_improve_fisheries_data_management\" >9. How does digitization improve fisheries data management?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#10_What_is_the_slogan_of_this_Census_initiative\" >10. What is the slogan of this Census initiative?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/national-marine-fisheries-census-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_launched_as_Indias_first_fully_digitised_fisheries_survey_under_PMMSY_Conducted_by_CMFRI_using_VyAS_Bharat_and_VyAS_Sutra_apps_this_45-day_census_aims_to_register_12_million_fisher_households_on_the_NFDP_for_smart_governance_and_welfare_delivery\"><\/span><strong>National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 launched as India\u2019s first fully digitised fisheries survey under PMMSY. Conducted by CMFRI using VyAS Bharat and VyAS Sutra apps, this 45-day census aims to register 1.2 million fisher households on the NFDP for smart governance and welfare delivery.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"First_Fully_Digitised_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_Launched\"><\/span>First Fully Digitised National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Launched<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_to_the_Census_Initiative\"><\/span>Introduction to the Census Initiative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <strong>3 November 2025<\/strong>, the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 (MFC 2025) was formally launched at the ICAR\u2013Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Kochi by George Kurian, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry &amp; Dairying. This edition of the census marks a significant leap: it is India\u2019s first <strong>fully digital<\/strong> enumeration of marine fishing households, leveraging mobile apps and real-time monitoring for the coastal fishing sector. <br>The campaign is scheduled to run over a <strong>45-day period<\/strong>, covering the wide-spanning marine-fisheries communities in nine coastal states and four Union Territories. Around <strong>1.2 million fisher-households<\/strong> in approximately <strong>4,000 marine fishing villages<\/strong> will be covered during this exercise. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Nationwide_Digital_Census_Initiative\"><\/span>A Nationwide Digital Census Initiative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The enumeration will take place from <strong>3 November to 18 December 2025<\/strong>, led by the Department of Fisheries (DoF) under the umbrella of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).  The aim is to capture accurate, up-to-date data on coastal fishing households and fishing villages in order to drive policy, welfare, resource management and scheme delivery for the marine fisheries sector. Thousands of trained field staff will be deployed for this enumeration at the grassroots level. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technological_Revolution_in_Fisheries_Governance\"><\/span>Technological Revolution in Fisheries Governance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the first time, the census is going fully digital. Two mobile applications\u2014<strong>VyAS Bharat<\/strong> and <strong>VyAS Sutra<\/strong>\u2014developed by CMFRI, will facilitate data collection. These apps support geo-referencing of fishing villages, instant verification of data, and real-time monitoring of the enumeration process.  The minister emphasised that registering all fishermen and fish-workers on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) is now mandatory for them to access scheme benefits such as under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah\u2011Yojana (PM-MKSSY). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smart_Census_Smarter_Fisheries\"><\/span>Smart Census, Smarter Fisheries<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The nodal agency for the exercise is CMFRI, while the Fishery Survey of India (FSI) will act as the operational partner.  The \u201cSmart Census for Smarter Fisheries\u201d message underlines how digital enumeration will enhance oversight, transparency and effectiveness of policy interventions in the marine fisheries domain. By adopting digital tools, the government seeks to improve data-driven decision-making, streamline welfare scheme delivery, and strengthen monitoring of fishing-community welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implementation_and_Expected_Outcomes\"><\/span>Implementation and Expected Outcomes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The census will visit over 4,000 villages and engage with over a million households, a massive operational exercise requiring coordination across national, state and local agencies. By capturing detailed data like household composition, fishing practices, fish-worker demographics and village infrastructure, the census aims to lay the foundation for future policy, funding allocations, conservation efforts and resource management. The integration with NFDP means that registered households can automatically qualify for benefits such as insurance, subsidy and modernisation programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"National-Marine-Fisheries-Census-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"National Marine Fisheries Census 2025\" title=\"National Marine Fisheries Census 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">National Marine Fisheries Census 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthens_Policy_and_Welfare_for_Marine-Fishers\"><\/span>Strengthens Policy and Welfare for Marine-Fishers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For aspirants preparing for government exams\u2014whether in teaching, police, banking, railways, defence or civil services like Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)\u2014understanding large-scale national initiatives like the MFC 2025 is vital. This move demonstrates how the government transforms data-collection into digital action, affecting policies for a critical segment of India\u2019s workforce: marine-fishers. Realising that over 1.2 million households are to be surveyed shows the scale of commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosts_Digital_Governance_Marine_Sector_Management\"><\/span>Boosts Digital Governance &amp; Marine Sector Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative exemplifies the broader push for \u201cDigital India\u201d and smart governance. It showcases how mobile-apps, geo-referencing and real-time data are no longer confined to tech sectors but are integral to sectors like fisheries. Exam candidates should note this convergence of technology and governance as a trend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevance_Across_Sectors_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Relevance Across Sectors &amp; Competitive Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re studying for a teacher role needing knowledge of national programmes, or a banking\/railways exam where awareness of government schemes is a plus, this Census is a relevant topic. For UPSC\/PCS exams especially, it touches on scheme implementation, sectoral policy, data-driven governance and welfare of marginalised workers. Knowing the details (who, what, when, why) gives you an edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reflects_Environmental_Resource_Management_Focus\"><\/span>Reflects Environmental &amp; Resource Management Focus<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Marine fisheries interface with resource management, sustainability and livelihood security. The census not only supports welfare but helps in conservation, sustainable fishing practices and infrastructure planning. Such aspects often appear in \u201cEnvironment &amp; Ecology\u201d and \u201cGovernance\u201d sections of exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Marine-Fisheries_Census_in_India\"><\/span>Evolution of Marine-Fisheries Census in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Censuses in the fisheries sector have been conducted previously in India. However, they were not fully digital and often limited in scope or marred by time-lags. The switch from paper-based enumeration to fully digital platforms in MFC 2025 is a watershed moment for India\u2019s marine-fisheries policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pradhan_Mantri_Matsya_Sampada_Yojana_PMMSY_Framework\"><\/span>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) Framework<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Launched earlier, PMMSY aims at transformation of the fisheries sector through modernisation, infrastructure and welfare of fisherfolk. The MFC 2025 being conducted under this umbrella signals that data-foundation for the scheme is being strengthened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Governance_NFDP_Integration\"><\/span>Digital Governance &amp; NFDP Integration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The earlier years of India\u2019s digital push involved linking beneficiaries and schemes (for example, via Aadhaar, direct benefit transfers, etc.). The NFDP (National Fisheries Digital Platform) now becomes a fisheries-specific digital welfare and monitoring architecture. The introduction of apps like VyAS Bharat\/VyAS Sutra showcases how domain-specific digital infrastructure is coming up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Significance_of_Coastal_Fisheries_Sector\"><\/span>Significance of Coastal Fisheries Sector<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s marine-fisheries form an essential part of food security, export earnings, livelihood of coastal communities and ecological balance. Accurate data about households, villages, and practices is essential for sustainable management, welfare, scheme design and marine-ecosystem protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CFirst_Fully_Digitised_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_Launched%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cFirst Fully Digitised National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Launched\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S.No<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>The MFC 2025 is India\u2019s <em>first fully digitised<\/em> marine-fisheries census, marking a shift from paper to digital enumeration.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>The census will be conducted between 3 Nov \u2013 18 Dec 2025, covering over 1.2 million fish-households across more than 4,000 fishing villages in nine coastal states and four UTs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>Two mobile applications\u2014VyAS Bharat and VyAS Sutra\u2014developed by CMFRI, will be used for real-time data capture, geo-referencing and verification.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>Registration on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) is now mandatory for fishers\/fish-workers to access benefits under schemes such as the PM-MKSSY.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The initiative is being coordinated by the Department of Fisheries under the PMMSY, with CMFRI as nodal agency and Fishery Survey of India as operational partner\u2014pointing to better governance and data-driven policy in the marine-fisheries sector.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">National Marine Fisheries Census 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_Related_to_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Related to the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\"><\/span>1. What is the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 (MFC 2025) is India\u2019s first fully digitized fisheries census aimed at collecting real-time data on marine fishing households, villages, and fish workers across coastal states and union territories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Who_launched_the_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025\"><\/span>2. Who launched the Marine Fisheries Census 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The census was officially launched by <strong>George Kurian<\/strong>, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, at the <strong>ICAR\u2013Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI)<\/strong> in Kochi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_When_will_the_National_Marine_Fisheries_Census_2025_be_conducted\"><\/span>3. When will the National Marine Fisheries Census 2025 be conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The census will be carried out from <strong>3 November 2025 to 18 December 2025<\/strong>, covering around 1.2 million fisher households in approximately 4,000 marine fishing villages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Which_digital_tools_are_being_used_for_the_Census\"><\/span>4. Which digital tools are being used for the Census?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Two mobile applications\u2014<strong>VyAS Bharat<\/strong> and <strong>VyAS Sutra<\/strong>\u2014developed by CMFRI, are being used for digital data collection, geo-referencing, and real-time monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_the_National_Fisheries_Digital_Platform_NFDP\"><\/span>5. What is the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The NFDP is a unified digital database that records information about all registered fishers and fish workers in India. It ensures that beneficiaries are linked to government schemes such as <strong>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-Yojana (PM-MKSSY)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_is_this_Census_important_for_government_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>6. Why is this Census important for government exam aspirants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important for exams like UPSC, SSC, PSC, and Banking because it connects to topics on <strong>Digital Governance, Welfare Schemes, Rural Development, and Sustainable Resource Management<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Which_organization_is_the_nodal_agency_for_MFC_2025\"><\/span>7. Which organization is the nodal agency for MFC 2025?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ICAR\u2013Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI)<\/strong> is the nodal agency, and the <strong>Fishery Survey of India (FSI)<\/strong> serves as the operational partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Under_which_central_scheme_is_the_Census_being_conducted\"><\/span>8. Under which central scheme is the Census being conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The MFC 2025 is conducted under the <strong>Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)<\/strong>, which aims to modernize and promote sustainable fisheries in India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_does_digitization_improve_fisheries_data_management\"><\/span>9. How does digitization improve fisheries data management?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Digitization allows <strong>real-time data capture<\/strong>, prevents duplication, enhances policy planning, and ensures faster delivery of welfare schemes through accurate tracking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_is_the_slogan_of_this_Census_initiative\"><\/span>10. 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