International Collaboration of Countries
The high-level global conference on fisheries, which took place between November 21 and 22, 2023, was attended by international delegates from countries such as Norway, Russia, Zimbabwe, Brazil, Greece, France, Norway, Argentina, and Australia.
Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel stated during the inauguration of the Global Fisheries Conference India that Gujarat boasts the countryâs longest coastline, stretching over 1600 km. He highlighted that Gujarat leads in marine fish production, exporting fish products valued at over âč5000 crore and contributing 17% to the nationâs fish exports. This, he emphasised, makes Gujarat the ideal host for the global conference.
Why Ghol fish Declared as State Fish of Gujarat?
The government of Bharat made a significant move to grant and promote the rich biodiversity of aquatic creatures called Ghol Fish, officially declared state fish of Gujarat. This announcement was made during the first Global Fisheries Conference India 2023, attended by more than 200 delegates and held in Gujarat Science City. Parshottam Rupala, Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairy, inaugurated the Special Pavilion and main exhibition of the Global Fisheries Conference India 2023.
In this article, we have covered the Ghol fish, Why it is declared as the state Fish of Gujarat, Why it is called the Fishermanâs Lottery, and many more.
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