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Natural Calamity Relief to Fishermen of State

“Natural Calamity Relief to Fishermen of State” is a scheme by the Dept of Fisheries, Govt of Goa. Through this scheme, financial assistance is provided to the active fishermen who contribute to the Fishermen Corpus Relief Fund, whose fishing vessels are damaged or lost due to natural calamities.

Authority

State

Region

Goa

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Death/Disability | - Loss of Life/Total Disability While Fishing in Sea/River: ₹5,00,000 in Case of Loss of Life/Total Disability on Production of the Required Documents. | Loss/Damage to Fishing Canoe | - Partial Damage of Fishing Canoe: Actual Value, as Assessed by an Authorized Marine Surveyor, is Limited to ₹1,00,000.- Total Loss/Damage of Canoe With OBM: Actual Value, as Assessed by an Authorized Marine Surveyor, is Limited to ₹2,00,000. | Loss/Damage to Fishing Vessel | - 1 to 4-cylinder Fishing Vessel: Actual Value, as Assessed by an Authorized Marine Surveyor, is Limited to ₹7,00,000.- 6 to 8-cylinder Fishing Vessel: Actual Value, as Assessed by an Authorized Marine Surveyor, is Limited to ₹10,00,000. | Loss/Damage to Fishing Nets | - Gill Nets: Actual Value, as Assessed by Authorized Fisheries Surveyor or Marine Surveyor or Talathi, is Limited to ₹50,000/-- Rampon Nets: Actual Value, as Assessed by Authorized Fisheries Surveyor or Marine Surveyor or Talathi, is Limited to ₹1,00,000/-- Trawl Net: Actual Value, as Assessed by Authorized Fisheries Surveyor or Marine Surveyor or Talathi, is Limited to ₹50,000/-- Purseine Net: Actual Value, as Assessed by Authorized Fisheries Surveyor or Marine Surveyor or Talathi, is Limited to ₹5,00,000/-

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Fisherman.; The applicant should have been contributing to the Fishermen Corpus Relief Fund.; The applicant's non-motorized/motorized canoe and mechanized fishing vessel/trawler should be registered with the Department of Fisheries.; The applicant's fishing vessels, including engines, motors, and fishing vessels, should have been damaged or lost due to natural calamities like floods, cyclones, tsunamis, and accidental fire.; The applicant should not be a defaulter of the department.; The applicant's loss or damage should be verified by the competent authority.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Can an applicant submit a claim for financial assistance beyond one week of the incident, and if so, under what circumstances?

No, claims must be submitted within one week of the incident, accompanied by relevant documents and photographs.

What is the maximum financial assistance provided under the "Natural Calamity Relief to Fishermen of State" scheme in case of the total loss or damage to a 6 to 8-cylinder Fishing Vessel?

[?]10,00,000, as assessed by an Authorized Marine Surveyor.

What is the eligibility criterion regarding the operation of mechanized fishing vessels using trawl-nets during the ban period?

Applicants found operating mechanized vessels with trawl-nets during the ban period are not eligible for financial assistance.

Where can an applicant register a complaint or dissatisfaction with the services provided?

Complaints can be registered with the Department's Grievance Redressal Officer or via email at dir-fish.goa@nic.in.

What is the contact information for the Directorate of Fisheries, Government of Goa?

Tel: (O) 2224838, Tel: (Dir) 2227780; Fax: (0832)2231049, Email: dir-fish.goa@nic.in, Website: www.fisheries.goa.gov.in.

What are the types of fishing nets covered under the scheme, and what is the financial limit for each type?

Gill Nets: [?]50,000, Rampon Nets: [?]1,00,000, Trawl Net: [?]50,000, Purseine Net: [?]5,00,000.

Is there a deadline for submitting applications under this scheme?

No, there is no specific deadline for submitting applications.

What is the mode of application for the scheme, and is there an application fee?

The application mode is offline, and there is no application fee.

Is financial assistance provided for loss or damage due to accidental fire, and what is the maximum limit?

Yes, financial assistance is provided. The limit varies based on the type of damage, e.g., Fishing Vessel: [?]7,00,000 for 1 to 4-cylinder vessels.

Are there any restrictions on the type of calamities covered by the scheme?

The scheme covers natural calamities like floods, cyclones, tsunamis, and accidental fire.

What actions can disqualify an applicant from receiving financial assistance?

Operating mechanized vessels with trawl-nets during the ban period and being a defaulter of the department can disqualify an applicant.

What specific reports are required in case of a death claim, and within what timeframe should they be submitted?

Reports such as missing report/death certificate/post-mortem report or police report should be submitted within one year from the incident date.