Sundarbans Fishermen Demand Central Scheme Benefits Amidst Crocodile and Tiger Threats

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News18•21-01-2026, 23:01
Sundarbans Fishermen Demand Central Scheme Benefits Amidst Crocodile and Tiger Threats
- •Fishermen in Sundarbans, Basirhat, North 24 Parganas, face daily risks from crocodiles and Royal Bengal Tigers while fishing.
- •They demand immediate implementation of central government welfare schemes like Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
- •Fishermen claim they are deprived of crucial scheme benefits despite the high-risk nature of their livelihood.
- •While the state government has some schemes, locals believe they are insufficient for high-risk areas like the Sundarbans.
- •They seek financial security and reduced life risks through full implementation of central schemes, urging coordinated government efforts.
Why It Matters: Sundarbans fishermen, facing extreme dangers, urgently seek central government scheme benefits for safety and financial security.
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