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why fishing industry is important for India

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Fishing industry contributes to 1.07% of GDP of India. They contribute 334.41 billion of export earnings. They contribute towards generating employment, earning foreign exchange and increasing food supply. It is the staple diet of people of Kerala, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka and Goa.

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