CM Fadnavis Performs Bhoomipujan of Vidarbha's First Fisheries College in Morshi
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Amravati: Chief minister
Devendra Fadnavis
on Sunday performed the bhoomipujan for Vidarbha's first and the state's fourth Fisheries College at Morshi in Amravati district. Speaking at the ceremony, Fadnavis said that fisheries is now a priority sector after being granted the status of farming by the state govt, enabling fish farmers to avail loans, Kisan Credit Cards, and other benefits.
"Though sea fishing gets more attention, 40% of fishing activity happens in rivers. We are committed to supporting river fishing and farm-lake fisheries, which are creating jobs and helping farmers in distress," he said.
Fadnavis stated that the ₹1 lakh crore Wainganga-Nalganga water project will bring water from the Gosikhurd dam to 31 reservoirs in Buldhana district. Additionally, ₹25,000 crore will be invested in agriculture over the next five years.
Fisheries minister Nitesh Rane promised to complete the college building within two years and shared plans for AI-based innovations in the fisheries sector. MP Anil Bonde delivered the introductory remarks.
The event was attended by guardian minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, several MLAs and MPs, and senior officials. Fadnavis also unveiled the cornerstone of the college and was felicitated by the local fishing community.
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Fadnavis noted that despite loan waivers, many farmers continue to fall into debt. He said the state government has set up a committee to devise a long-term plan to address the issue comprehensively.
Rane took a veiled swipe at Uddhav Thackeray, saying the Fisheries College project, originally planned in 2019, was delayed due to "flat-footed politics" that compromised on Hindutva.
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