Popularisation of Fishery Machinery, Equipments and Implements for Intensive Aquaculture is an Odisha government scheme that gives subsidy support to fish farmers and fishers to buy modern aquaculture tools. For the Financial Year 2026-27, the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department continues to run this scheme through the Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha.
The scheme covers assets like aerators, air blowers with aero-tubes, bio-security nets, and fishing nets. These tools help improve aquaculture production and raise farm income. The subsidy pattern is 40% for all categories, and the total outlay for the programme is ₹10 crore.
Popularisation of Fishery Machinery, Equipments and Implements for Intensive Aquaculture
This scheme supports fishers and farmers by giving subsidy for modern fishery gear. It includes aerators, air blowers with aero-tubes, bio-security nets, and fishing nets, which are important for improving aquaculture production. Eligible people can use this support to modernize their farm and raise efficiency.
The scheme aims to increase the productivity and production of fish and shrimp across Odisha. It helps farmers improve profits by preventing disease outbreaks, keeping biotic factors stable, and ensuring a quick turn-around time between two crop cycles. The subsidy for farm mechanization is met from state plan funds along with central schemes.
Key Information
| Key Labels | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Popularisation of Fishery Machinery, Equipments and Implements for Intensive Aquaculture |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Target Beneficiaries | Individual fish farmers, fishers, Primary Fisherman Cooperative Societies, and Women SHGs |
| Benefit Type | In-kind subsidy |
| Subsidy Pattern | 40% on unit cost for all categories |
| Total Outlay | ₹10 crore |
| Nodal Department | Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department |
Benefits
This scheme gives several advantages to grow an aquaculture business:
- Access to modern equipment: Eligible people get support to adopt modern fishery machinery, which reduces labor and improves overall output.
- Improved productivity: Advanced equipment like aerators and blowers helps manage ponds well, leading to higher fish and shrimp yields.
- Cost reduction: Mechanization improves use of resources and cuts down on manual labor costs and operational expenses.
- Better quality: Automated tools reduce human error and give steady, high-quality products that compete better in the market.
- Technology transfer: Training sessions teach farmers how to maintain and use the new machinery for long-term success.
Eligibility
To qualify for this subsidy, an applicant should meet the following criteria:
- An individual fish farmer, fisher, registered member of a Primary Fisherman Cooperative Society, or part of a Women SHG (WSHG) involved in fish or shrimp production.
- Eligible for a back-ended subsidy of 40% on the unit cost.
- Subsidy is allowed for only one component featured in the scheme.
- If a subsidy for a specific component was already taken in the last 5 years, that same component is not allowed again, though other components may be applied for.
Application Process
Applications for this scheme are handled through the official fisheries department channels. The steps are given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the official Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department website or the Directorate of Fisheries portal.
STEP 2 - Go to the Scheme section and select the Fisheries Scheme for machinery, equipment and implements.
STEP 3 - Download the brief description of the scheme and locate the application form in Annexure-1 of the guidelines.
STEP 4 - Fill out the form accurately with all required details.
STEP 5 - Gather the supporting documents and submit the completed application to the Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha, Cuttack via email at director.odifish.inland@gmail.com.
STEP 6 - Keep a copy of the submitted application and supporting materials for personal records.
Documents
When applying, the following documents should be kept ready:
- A valid identification proof, such as an Aadhaar Card.
- Appropriate land ownership documents for the fish tank, lease deeds for GP tanks (for Women SHGs), valid Fishermen ID cards, or CAA registration for Brackish Water Farms.
- Proof of financial capacity, showing 60% of the project cost is self-financed or supported by a bank loan.
- A photocopy of the bank passbook showing account number and IFSC code for direct benefit transfer (DBT).
References
Official Website
Official Notification and Updates
Directorate of Fisheries Portal
Operational Guidelines PDF
FAQ's
What is the Popularisation of Fishery Machinery, Equipments and Implements initiative?
This is a government scheme that helps fishers and farmers adopt modern technology in aquaculture. By giving financial subsidies, it helps eligible people buy efficient machinery to improve production and sustainability.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Individual fish farmers, fishers, registered members of Primary Fisherman Cooperative Societies, and Women SHGs involved in fish or shrimp farming are eligible to apply.
Is the application process online or offline?
The application is completed through the official fisheries department process by filling out the form found in the scheme guidelines and submitting it via the official email provided by the Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha.