Sagar Parikrama Phase-IV begin in Karnataka

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The fourth phase of Sagar Parikrama began on March 18 covering three coastal districts of Karnataka.

An overview of the news

• According to the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, the fourth phase of the Sagar Parikrama program took place from March 18-19.

• It covered three districts Uttara Kannada, Udupi and Dakshina Kannada districts of Karnataka.

• Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Purushottam Rupala and concerned state ministers and stakeholders were present at the event.

• During the event, progressive fishermen were awarded certificates/acknowledgements related to Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), KCC and State Scheme.

Sagar Parikrama Phase-I

• It was started on March 5, 2022 from Mandvi, Gujarat to Okha-Dwarka, and concluded at Porbandar on 6 March covering 3 locations. 

• The programme was a huge success, with more than 5,000 people physically attending the event.

Sagar Parikrama Phase-II

• It was held on September 23-25 2022 and covered seven locations. 

Sagar Parikrama Phase-III

• Phase-III was held on February 18-21 2023 and covered coastal districts of Gujarat and Maharashtra.

About Sagar Parikrama

• It is a maritime evolutionary journey tour to be organized in all coastal states/UTs through sea route to show solidarity with all fishermen, fish farmers and concerned stakeholders.

• It aims to address the issues of fishermen and other stakeholders and facilitate their economic upliftment through various fisheries schemes and programs like PMMSY.