Overview
- CMFRI said India’s marine fish landings reached 35.7 lakh tonnes in 2025, up 3% from 2024.
- Tamil Nadu led with 6.85 lakh tonnes as Gujarat dropped about 15% after rough weather, longer fishing bans and cyclonic hits.
- Karnataka rebounded 44% from a steep 2024 decline, while Maharashtra logged 18% growth.
- Indian mackerel was the top catch at 2.70 lakh tonnes, with cephalopods and threadfin breams hitting decadal highs after 25% and 55% growth.
- CMFRI estimated Rs 69,254 crore in value at landing centres and Rs 97,702 crore at retail, with national marketing efficiency rising to 70.88%.