Marine experts have proposed a series of digital and operational solutions aimed at revitalising India’s marine fisheries sector amid declining catches and reduced incomes

The proposals were presented at a national workshop jointly organised by the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF).

Among the key ideas is the ‘shore-to-door’ model, designed to increase fishers’ income by 25-30% by establishing a direct link between fishers and consumers, bypassing intermediaries and ensuring fairer profit shares.