Applications Open for Fishing Equipment Distribution

**Madikeri, Sept. 21:** The Department of Fisheries, Kodagu district, has invited applications via the 'Seva Sindhu' online portal for the free distribution of fishing equipment. This initiative falls under the 'District-level Inland Fisheries Development Assistance Programme' for fish farmers belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST), and the 'Comprehensive Fisheries Development Scheme' for fish farmers from the General Category.

The deadline for eligible fishers/fish farmers to submit applications is 5:30 PM on October 5. Applicants must belong to the SC or ST communities, be full-time or part-time fishers, and reside in Kodagu district. Required documents include two photographs, proof of address, and caste and income certificates (containing the latest RD number). Additionally, applicants must submit a certificate or license copy confirming their engagement in fishing activities, along with a copy of their ration card or other relevant documents. If the number of applications exceeds the fixed target, beneficiaries will be selected through a lottery system conducted by the Zilla Panchayat's Selection Committee for Beneficiary-Oriented Programmes. Sachin, Deputy Director of the Department of Fisheries, stated that further information can be obtained by contacting the Taluk office during office hours.

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