- Increased Relief During Fishing Ban
- The financial aid given to fishermen during the annual 61-day fishing ban was increased from ₹5,000 to ₹6,000 per family, benefiting over 1.7 lakh fishermen families across Tamil Nadu.
- Enhanced Compensation for Arrested Fishermen and Seized Boats
For fishermen detained by Sri Lankan authorities:
- Daily relief for families was increased from ₹250 to ₹350.
- Compensation for seized mechanized boats was raised to ₹6 lakh.
- For country boats, it was increased to ₹2 lakh.
3. Major Infrastructure Projects
The government completed key projects like:
- Fishing harbors at Thengapattinam, Mookaiyur, and Poompuhar.
- Fish landing centers at locations like Kunthukkal. These improve safety, storage, and working conditions for fishermen.
- Deployment of Artificial Reefs
- To protect marine biodiversity and boost fish population, artificial reefs were placed at 200 coastal locations. This supports long-term sustainability for fishing communities