The Department of Fisheries, Government of India in collaboration with MyGov is organizing a Mascot Design Contest from September 1 to 30, 2023 in an online mode.

About Department of Fisheries, India

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying is a ministry of the Government of India that is responsible for matters related to fisheries, animal husbandry, and dairying. The ministry came into existence on May 31, 2019, after the formation of the Second Modi ministry. Prior to becoming an independent ministry, the ministry was a department under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.

About the Contest

The Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), the sector’s current flagship program, has attracted the greatest investment in history. Various fisheries activities such as fish rearing in cages/ponds/bio flocs/RAS, mariculture, seaweed cultivation, ornamental fisheries, brackish and saline water aquaculture have gained traction under PMMSY giving sustained income and alternate means of income to many fishers, fisherfolks and others.

Thus, with the welfare of fishers and fish farmers at its core, impactful projects are being grounded that are helping to enhance their income and improve their quality of living. In order to recognize the achievements and futuristic view of the Department of Fisheries, Government of India, a Mascot Design Contest in collaboration with MyGov is being organized.

Aim & Objectives

  • Development of inland and marine fisheries, fisheries value chain infrastructure, exports, co-operatives, aquatic health management, etc.
  • Provide livelihood and insurance support, institutional credit, training, and capacity building for the welfare and empowerment of fishers, fish farmers, and fishing communities.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The contest is open to all Indian citizens.
  • Entry can be as an Individual or a Team (maximum five members) with only one entry to be accepted. In case of multiple entries, the first entry submitted will be regarded as the final submission.

Prizes

The winner will get INR 5,000/- and a certificate of participation.

How to Register?

Interested participants can register and submit their designs via this link.

Registration Deadline

September 30, 2023.

Submission Guidelines

The description must be included during submission with a maximum word limit of 200 words and can be in Hindi or English.

Click here to view the official notification of the Mascot Design Contest by the Department of Fisheries, India.