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Andaman opens boat subsidy scheme for fishers
The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has invited applications for subsidies to purchase fishing equipment for 2026-27, offering up to ₹4,300 for motorised boats and ₹2,200 for non-motorised boats for tribal beneficiaries. The scheme, ‘Supply of Fishing Inputs, Essential Fishery Requisite’, is implemented by the Department of Fisheries under the Union Territory Plan Scheme.
Non-tribal fishers can receive 50% of the unit cost, capped at ₹1,500 for non-motorised and ₹3,000 for motorised boats. Tribal beneficiaries get 75% of the unit cost, with higher caps. Applicants must be bona fide fishers or tribal community members with a registered fishing craft and a valid licence for two consecutive years, including 2026.
Completed forms must be submitted to the nearest Fisheries Zonal Office or Fisheries Sub-Station by October 30, 2026. Forms are available at the Directorate of Fisheries, zonal offices, and online at the Andaman and Nicobar Administration's fisheries website.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The scheme targets both tribal and non-tribal fishers but reserves significantly higher subsidy caps for tribal beneficiaries, reflecting the administration's focus on addressing economic disparities in remote island communities. Eligible applicants have until October 30 to submit forms, leaving a narrow window for those needing to complete paperwork or verify licence status. The outcome depends on how many applicants meet the two-year continuous licence requirement, which may exclude newer entrants.
Source: thewaveandaman.com
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