In 2023, employment in India's fishing sectors (excluding inland fisheries) was approximately 1.46 million persons. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 shows a slight decline, with numbers stabilizing at about 1.43 million persons by 2028. The year-on-year variation between 2024 and 2028 reveals minimal decreases, pointing towards a stable employment trend with a mild declining tendency.

Future trends to watch for:

Technological advances impacting labor needs in the fishing industry.
Government policy changes regarding marine fishery regulations.
Environmental factors, such as climate change and overfishing, affecting fish stock and labor demand.
Potential investments in offshore aquaculture driving employment shifts.