Tamil Nadu Sets USD 5 Bn Seafood Export Target With Global Hub Vision

2025-07-04 02:08:42

(MENAFN- KNN India) Chennai, Jul 4 (KNN) The Tamil Nadu government has announced an ambitious plan to establish the state as a global seafood export hub.

The state targets USD 5 billion in exports through expanded value-added processing and infrastructure development. Tamil Nadu has India's second longest coastline at 1,076 kilometres.

Industries Minister T R B Rajaa revealed the roadmap during the Tamil Nadu Seafood - Business Connect event in Chennai. State officials met with international importers and domestic seafood processors.

The meeting aimed to explore partnerships and boost export opportunities.

The initiative represents a strategic shift from raw seafood exports to processed, high-quality products.

Under Chief Minister Stalin's leadership, the state plans comprehensive infrastructure development. This includes modern processing facilities, cold chain logistics systems, and export-grade packaging units across coastal districts.

The government has committed to providing strategic investments and infrastructure support. Officials stated that a detailed implementation roadmap will be developed.

The roadmap will guide the sector's transformation to achieve the USD 5 billion export target.

(KNN Bureau)

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