Visits fishing families following Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's instructions; hears their concerns and assures them of government support
Mumbai, November 2026 : The drought-like situation caused by inadequate rainfall in Maharashtra has affected not only farmers but also members of the fishing community. Against this backdrop, Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane visited Versova Koliwada on the instructions of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and celebrated Diwali with the fishing community.
During the visit, Minister Rane met several fishing families in Versova Koliwada. He visited the homes of Shakuntala Tombari and Vijay Tuka and interacted with them.
The Minister enquired about the everyday challenges faced by fishermen, difficulties affecting their livelihoods and the financial hardships their families were experiencing due to the prevailing situation.
Sharing festive moments with the fishing families, Rane distributed traditional Diwali snacks among them. He assured the community that the state government stood firmly behind them and would take necessary measures to address their concerns.
He also urged members of the fishing community to take advantage of the various welfare schemes available under the Chief Minister Matsya Sampada Yojana.
Reiterating the government's commitment, Rane said the administration would stand by fishermen through their difficult times and support them in addressing their problems.
