Acknowledging that the fishing community is navigating a profound crisis caused by a decline in fish availability, climate change, severe occupational hazards, exorbitant fuel prices, and price volatility, the Budget has prioritised this demographic as one of most marginalised
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The Revised Budget for Kerala for the fiscal year 2026-27 has rolled out an extensive financial framework and a series of structural interventions designed to revitalise the State’s crisis-ridden fisheries sector.
Acknowledging that the fishing community is navigating a profound crisis caused by a decline in fish availability, climate change, severe occupational hazards, exorbitant fuel prices, and price volatility, the Budget has prioritised this demographic as one of most marginalised. To directly address these systemic challenges, the government has announced a base plan allocation totaling ₹200.93 crore for the sector. This core funding is divided among key implementing agencies, specifically dedicating ₹133.43 crore to the Fisheries Department, ₹34 crore to the Harbour Engineering Department, and ₹33.50 crore to the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS).
Recognising the immediate revenue shortfalls, the government has also earmarked a special additional allocation of ₹50 crore exclusively for the fisheries sector to enhance operational capabilities. A highlight of this fiscal strategy is the formulation and execution of a dedicated Fisheries Sub-plan within the broader framework of plan implementation. Under this new sub-plan, the government is introducing several welfare and social security overhauls tailored to the needs of fisherfolk. The State will comprehensively revise and upwardly adjust the accident insurance coverage available to fishermen and allied workers while financial assistance will be provided to ensure high-quality education and overseas study opportunities for the children of fishermen. Operational safety and daily efficiency are also emphasized through the strategic allocation of dedicated rescue boats to facilitate prompt emergency operations, alongside the distribution of she scooters to fisherwomen for fish vending.
Boosting quality of life
The Budget also funds large-scale infrastructure projects, maritime integration, and specific healthcare initiatives to improve the overall quality of life in coastal regions. Under Mission Samudra, which seeks to transform Kerala’s 600-km coastline into a global maritime power, the government has guaranteed special employment reservation for coastal communities in the burgeoning economic zones surrounding the upcoming Port City projects.
The State also sanctioned the construction of the Poonthura Fishing Harbour and the accompanying Poonthura-Idayar Bridge, successfully fulfilling a long-standing infrastructural demand from the regional fishing community.
Furthermore, the health sector has been aligned with coastal development through a mandate to establish ‘Special Coastal Care Units’, ensuring that advanced public healthcare services are consistently delivered to residents in remote coastal areas.
Published - June 19, 2026 03:15 pm IST
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