(a) whether the Government has conducted any study to assess the working condition of the
fishermen after Tsunami;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the Government thereto;
(c) the details of the schemes implemented for the welfare of the traditional fishermen; and
(d) the funds allocated for the purpose during the last three years and the current
financial year, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE(SHRI TASLIMUDDIN)
(a): No, Sir.
(b): Does not arise.
(c): The National Scheme of Welfare of Fishermen comprising of the following three broad
components is in operation:
i) Development of Model Fishermen Villages i.e. construction of fishermen houses,
community hall and installation of tube wells for drinking water,
ii) Saving-cum-Relief.
iii) Group Accident Insurance for Active Fishermen.
(d): Under the welfare scheme, funds are released on receipt of proposals from the State
Government On need basis. A statement giving state-wise details of funds released during the
last three years and the current financial year is annexed.