Describe the major schemes and programs run for fisheries development in the State of Madhya Pradesh.

Major Schemes and Programmes for Fisheries Development in Madhya Pradesh:

1. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY):
   • Incentivizing high-density intensive fish farming using Biofloc technology and Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS).
   • Capital subsidy ranging from 40% (general category) to 60% (SC/ST and women beneficiaries).
2. Kisan Credit Card (KCC) for Fish Farmers: Zero-percent interest subvention credit up to ₹2 Lakhs for operational working capital.
3. Matsya Mitra Extension Network: Capacity building and frontline technical handholding for rural fish cultivators.
4. Reservoir Leasing Policy: Prioritizing local traditional fisherman cooperative societies (Matsya Sahakari Samiti) for inland reservoir fishing leases.
5. Hatchery Infrastructure & Seed Production: Upgrading mega state fish seed production farms in Balaghat, Sehore, and Jabalpur.
6. National Accolade: Balaghat district awarded the Best Inland Fisheries District by the Government of India.