‘Sagar Parikrama’ is an initiative taken by the central government to conduct a voyage across all coastal states and Union territories to support fishermen, traders and other stakeholders related to the sector.
Its main objective is to address the concerns of fishermen and facilitate their economic development by implementing various schemes of fisheries like Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
He also interacted with the officials who are actively engaged in strengthening the growth of shrimps in the country.
The minister said that “most of us, including the poor” are now part of the banking system because of the popular Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) scheme.
Under PMJDY, a basic savings bank account is opened for unbanked people and the scheme is aimed at ensuring access to financial services to weaker sections and low income groups.
The scheme was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address on August 15, 2014, and was launched within a fortnight to foster financial inclusion.
“Today, we can see how Jan Dhan Yojana has become a model scheme for many. Most of us, including poor people, are now part of the banking system,” the minister of fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying said while addressing a press conference here to mark the completion of nine years of the government at the Centre after the launch ceremony.
According to official figures put out by the ministry of finance as on May 17, 2023, Rs 1,97,193.68 crore worth of deposits were with banks under this scheme. A total of 32.73 crore people had Jan Dhan accounts.
The Union minister said that under the leadership of Narendra Modi, all beneficiaries of various central government schemes are getting their money directly into their bank account and there is no delay.
He also lauded the BJP government’s initiative for farmers and fishermen.
Highlighting other achievements, he said, “India is moving fast to become the world leader. Look at the airports, railway stations, new universities and educational institutions. Everywhere, you will find state of the art technology.
“The world looked at us and praised PM Modi for the manner the handled the Covid-19 situation. Not only did we produce indigenous vaccines but also helped other countries through various means during the pandemic.”
Andaman & Nicobar Islands BJP president Ajoy Bairagi who was also present on the occasion announced launching of a ‘Jan Sanjog Yatra’ in the Islands from May 30 to June 30 to highlight the achievements of the Modi government. “We are expecting our national secretary and in-charge of Andaman and Nicobar Islands Y Satya Kumar and Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting L Murugan to lead us in this Jan Sanjog Yatra,” he said.
