Sagar Parikrama Phase-IV begins in Karnataka

Category : National Published on: March 21 2023

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The fourth phase of Sagar Parikrama began on March 18 covering three coastal districts of Karnataka.
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.
Sagar Parikrama is an evolutionary journey envisaged in the sea across the coastal belt demonstrating solidarity with all fisherfolk, fish farmers and concerned stakeholder’s as a spirit of 75th Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav saluting our great freedom fighters, sailors, and fishers.
Sagar Parikrama Phase-I was started on March 5, 2022 from Mandvi, Gujarat to Okha-Dwarka, and concluded at Porbandar on 6 March covering 3 locations.
Sagar Parikrama Phase-II was held on September 23-25 2022 and covered seven locations.
Sagar Parikrama Phase-III was held on February 18-21 2022 and covered coastal districts of Gujarat and Maharashtra.
India contributes 8% of the global share of fish production and is ranked 3rd largest fish producer in the world.