{"id":41716,"date":"2025-11-12T17:49:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T12:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=41716"},"modified":"2025-11-12T17:49:15","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T12:19:15","slug":"deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025: Sustainable Fisheries &amp; Export Boost"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 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 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Deep_Sea_Fishing_Rules_India_EEZ_2025_prioritize_local_cooperatives_ban_foreign_vessels_introduce_mother-and-child_vessels_and_strengthen_marine_export_sustainability\" >Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025 prioritize local cooperatives, ban foreign vessels, introduce mother-and-child vessels, and strengthen marine export sustainability.<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Centre_Notifies_New_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_EEZ\" >Centre Notifies New Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for EEZ<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#%E2%80%9CNew_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_Indias_EEZ%E2%80%AF_%E2%80%AFMarine_Exports%E2%80%9D\" >\u201cNew Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for India\u2019s EEZ\u202f&amp;\u202fMarine Exports\u201d<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Prioritising_Indian_Cooperatives_and_Fish%E2%80%91Farmer_Producer_Organisations\" >Prioritising Indian Cooperatives and Fish\u2011Farmer Producer Organisations<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Ban_on_Foreign_Fishing_Vessels_in_Indian_EEZ\" >Ban on Foreign Fishing Vessels in Indian EEZ<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Introduction_of_the_%E2%80%9CMother%E2%80%91and%E2%80%91Child%E2%80%9D_Vessel_Model\" >Introduction of the \u201cMother\u2011and\u2011Child\u201d Vessel Model<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Digital_Access_Pass_via_the_%E2%80%9CReALCraft%E2%80%9D_Portal\" >Digital Access Pass via the \u201cReALCraft\u201d Portal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Environmental_Protections_and_Sustainability_Measures\" >Environmental Protections and Sustainability Measures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Boosting_Marine%E2%80%91Export_Competitiveness_and_Traceability\" >Boosting Marine\u2011Export Competitiveness and Traceability<\/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\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Financial_Technical_and_Safety_Support\" >Financial, Technical and Safety Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-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-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Relevance_for_Government%E2%80%91Exam_Aspirants\" >Relevance for Government\u2011Exam Aspirants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Implications_for_Coastal_Marine_Economy\" >Implications for Coastal &amp; Marine Economy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CNew_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_Indias_EEZ%E2%80%9D\" >Key Takeaways from \u201cNew Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for India\u2019s EEZ\u201d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-2025\/#FAQs_on_Indias_New_Deep-Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_EEZ\" >FAQs on India\u2019s New Deep-Sea Fishing Rules for EEZ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/deep-sea-fishing-rules-india-eez-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=\"Deep_Sea_Fishing_Rules_India_EEZ_2025_prioritize_local_cooperatives_ban_foreign_vessels_introduce_mother-and-child_vessels_and_strengthen_marine_export_sustainability\"><\/span>Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025 prioritize local cooperatives, ban foreign vessels, introduce mother-and-child vessels, and strengthen marine export sustainability.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Centre_Notifies_New_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_EEZ\"><\/span>Centre Notifies New Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for EEZ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CNew_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_Indias_EEZ%E2%80%AF_%E2%80%AFMarine_Exports%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\u201cNew Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for India\u2019s EEZ\u202f&amp;\u202fMarine Exports\u201d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On\u202f4\u202fNovember\u202f2025, the Government of India formally notified a sweeping new regulatory framework designed to govern deep\u2011sea fishing operations within its vast Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of approximately 2.3\u202fmillion\u202fsquare\u202fkilometres.  These rules mark a strategic pivot toward enhancing domestic fisher empowerment, strengthening resource sovereignty and facilitating India\u2019s emergence as a global player in sustainable marine exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prioritising_Indian_Cooperatives_and_Fish%E2%80%91Farmer_Producer_Organisations\"><\/span>Prioritising Indian Cooperatives and Fish\u2011Farmer Producer Organisations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the new norms, priority access to deep\u2011sea fishing rights will be given to domestic fishermen\u2019s cooperative societies and Fish Farmer Producer Organisations (FFPOs).  This means that these indigenous groups will now be eligible to deploy advanced vessels in deep\u2011sea operations\u2014opening up opportunities for smaller stakeholders who previously may have been excluded due to capital or technological constraints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ban_on_Foreign_Fishing_Vessels_in_Indian_EEZ\"><\/span>Ban on Foreign Fishing Vessels in Indian EEZ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A major element of the reforms is the blanket prohibition of foreign\u2011flagged fishing vessels from operating within India\u2019s EEZ. This step is aimed at safeguarding livelihoods of coastal fish\u2011ers and asserting sovereign control over marine resources\u2014especially in deeper waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction_of_the_%E2%80%9CMother%E2%80%91and%E2%80%91Child%E2%80%9D_Vessel_Model\"><\/span>Introduction of the \u201cMother\u2011and\u2011Child\u201d Vessel Model<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To bolster operational efficiency and regional equity, the rules introduce a \u201cmother\u2011and\u2011child\u201d vessel model.Under this model, smaller vessels operating near the coast can transfer their catch mid\u2011sea to larger \u201cmother\u201d ships, thereby enhancing reach and scale. This is particularly relevant for the strategic island territories of the Andaman &amp; Nicobar and Lakshadweep Islands, which together hold 49\u202f% of India\u2019s EEZ. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Digital_Access_Pass_via_the_%E2%80%9CReALCraft%E2%80%9D_Portal\"><\/span>Digital Access Pass via the \u201cReALCraft\u201d Portal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mechanised and large motorised vessels (as opposed to small-scale traditional craft) must now obtain a free \u201cAccess Pass\u201d through the ReALCraft digital portal.  The registration process is streamlined and linked with live\u2011tracking systems and export certification entities such as the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) and the Export Inspection Council (EIC). According to the notification, out of 2.38\u202flakh registered vessels, 64,187 mechanised boats required the Pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Environmental_Protections_and_Sustainability_Measures\"><\/span>Environmental Protections and Sustainability Measures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The rules embed strong ecological safeguards: use of destructive fishing techniques such as LED\u2011light fishing, pair\u2011trawling and bull\u2011trawling are banned.  Moreover, minimum legal size norms will be enforced to prevent juvenile fish harvest and Fisheries Management Plans will be developed collaboratively with coastal states and stakeholders. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boosting_Marine%E2%80%91Export_Competitiveness_and_Traceability\"><\/span>Boosting Marine\u2011Export Competitiveness and Traceability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By integrating digital tracking and linking catch certificates to export mechanisms, India is positioned to meet stringent global standards of sanitary and eco\u2011labelling, enhance traceability and improve competitiveness in the marine\u2011export market, which is valued at roughly \u20b9\u202f60,000\u202fcrore annually. The rules also stipulate that fish caught beyond the contiguous zone but within the EEZ will now be treated as \u201cIndian origin\u201d, thereby simplifying customs and revenue processes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Financial_Technical_and_Safety_Support\"><\/span>Financial, Technical and Safety Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The regulatory framework is supplemented by enabling provisions: credit access under flagship schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) and the Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF) will help fishers upgrade infrastructure, branding and marketing.  Safety and surveillance measures include mandatory transponders on deep\u2011sea vessels, QR\u2011coded Aadhaar\/Fisher ID cards, coordination with the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy, as well as integration with the Nabhmitra App for navigation alerts. <\/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=\"Deep-Sea-Fishing-Rules-India-EEZ-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" 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alt=\"Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025\" title=\"Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 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=\"Relevance_for_Government%E2%80%91Exam_Aspirants\"><\/span>Relevance for Government\u2011Exam Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For candidates preparing for roles across teaching, police, banking, railways, defence and civil services (including the Union Public Service Commission [UPSC] exams), this policy notification offers multiple relevant linkages: it falls under national economic policy, maritime governance, export promotion, sustainable fisheries and resource security. Understanding such inter\u2011sectoral reforms showcases the government\u2019s broader vision and can feature in the General Studies (GS) papers, especially in topics covering \u201cGovernment Policies\u201d, \u201cIndian Economy\u201d, \u201cEnvironmental Ecology\u201d and \u201cInternational Relations\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implications_for_Coastal_Marine_Economy\"><\/span>Implications for Coastal &amp; Marine Economy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The new rules signify a pivot in India\u2019s marine economy\u2014from largely coastal and small\u2011scale fishing toward organized, deep\u2011sea and export\u2011oriented operations. By prioritising local entities, banning foreign vessels and introducing digital regulation, the government is strengthening resource sovereignty and aligning with the \u201cBlue Economy\u201d paradigm. This is of relevance to defence, maritime security, export logistics, small\u2011farmer empowerment and sustainable development\u2014topics frequently tested in civil\u2011services and professional\u2011exams alike.<\/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<p>India\u2019s maritime zones have been governed by the framework of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and its concept of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) established globally in the late 20th\u202fcentury. For India, the EEZ extends up to 200\u202fnautical\u202fmiles from the coast and includes about 2.3\u202fmillion\u202fsq.\u202fkm of marine area. The marine\u2011fisheries sector has traditionally been dominated by coastal small\u2011scale fishers, with large\u2011scale deep\u2011sea operations remaining limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over recent years the Indian government has pushed the idea of a \u201cBlue Economy\u201d \u2014 harnessing sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and marine ecosystem health. Previous schemes such as PMMSY (launched in 2020) have focused on infrastructure, mechanisation and value\u2011addition in fisheries. The new deep\u2011sea rules represent an evolution: integrating digital monitoring, export traceability, and explicit bans on foreign\u2011vessel operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the global context, countries are increasingly emphasising traceability and sustainability in seafood exports\u2014both for market access and for marine\u2011biodiversity preservation. India\u2019s effort aligns with global trends such as eco\u2011labelling, MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) certification and digital trace\u2011log systems. The mother\u2011and\u2011child vessel model and ban on destructive practices position India among progressive maritime\u2011policy adopters.<\/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%9CNew_Deep%E2%80%91Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_Indias_EEZ%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from \u201cNew Deep\u2011Sea Fishing Rules for India\u2019s EEZ\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>Priority access is given to Indian fishermen\u2019s cooperative societies and Fish\u202fFarmer Producer Organisations (FFPOs) for deep\u2011sea fishing operations.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>Foreign\u2011flagged fishing vessels are banned from operating in India\u2019s EEZ under the new rules.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>The \u201cmother\u2011and\u2011child\u201d vessel model is introduced to enable mid\u2011sea transhipment and improve operational reach, especially for island regions.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Mechanised and large\u2011sized motorised vessels must obtain digital Access Passes via the ReALCraft portal; small traditional boats are exempt.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Environmental safeguards include bans on LED\u2011light fishing, pair\u2011trawling and bull\u2011trawling; minimum legal\u2011size norms and development of Fisheries Management Plans are mandated.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Deep Sea Fishing Rules India EEZ 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Indias_New_Deep-Sea_Fishing_Rules_for_EEZ\"><\/span>FAQs on India\u2019s New Deep-Sea Fishing Rules for EEZ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1. What is the purpose of the new deep-sea fishing rules in India?<\/strong><br>The rules aim to regulate fishing in India\u2019s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), prioritize local fishermen\u2019s cooperatives and FFPOs, promote sustainable practices, and boost marine exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2. Which vessels are required to register via the ReALCraft portal?<\/strong><br>All mechanised and large motorised fishing vessels must obtain a digital Access Pass through the ReALCraft portal. Small traditional boats are exempt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3. Are foreign vessels allowed to fish in India\u2019s EEZ under the new rules?<\/strong><br>No, foreign-flagged fishing vessels are completely banned from operating in India\u2019s EEZ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q4. What is the \u201cmother-and-child\u201d vessel model?<\/strong><br>It is a system where smaller vessels transfer their catch to larger \u201cmother\u201d ships mid-sea, enhancing operational reach and efficiency, particularly for island regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q5. Which destructive fishing practices are banned under the new rules?<\/strong><br>LED-light fishing, pair-trawling, and bull-trawling are prohibited to protect marine biodiversity and promote sustainable fishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q6. How does the new policy benefit India\u2019s marine export sector?<\/strong><br>By integrating digital tracking, access passes, and linking with MPEDA and EIC certifications, India ensures traceability, eco-labelling compliance, and improved competitiveness in the global seafood market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q7. 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