MATSYA THEJAS

Matsya Tejas is a digital platform that enables the tracking of fish species and the collection of vital fisheries data to generate real-time market, cost, and price information. The app supports the assessment of the economic efficiency of fishing operations and the analysis of price realisations across markets. By contributing to CMFRI's National Fisheries Database, Matsya Tejas fosters stakeholders across the fisheries value chain through reliable data, market intelligence, and evidence-based decision-making. The application is supported by ICAR-CMFRI and the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government of India. Key Features: Fish Species Tracking Digitally record fish species and catch details from landing centres and fish markets using a simple, intuitive interface. Fisheries Cost & Market Information Capture comprehensive fisheries data, including fishing trip costs, operational expenses, market prices, and earnings realised by fishers and traders to generate reliable real-time economic and market information. Economic Performance Assessment Support the assessment of the economic efficiency of fishing operations through standardized and scientifically validated data collection. Price Realisation Analysis Monitor and analyse price realisations across different markets to understand market dynamics, value chains, and income distribution. CMFRI's National Fisheries Database Contribute validated fisheries data to CMFRI's National Fisheries Database, strengthening fisheries research, resource assessment, and evidence-based policy formulation. Real-Time Data Synchronisation Synchronise field data securely and efficiently for timely reporting, monitoring, and analysis. Secure User Access Role-based authentication ensures secure access and maintains the integrity and confidentiality of collected data. How Matsya Tejas Supports Fisheries The information collected through Matsya Tejas serves as a valuable resource for fisheries research, economic analysis, and policy planning. By transforming field observations into standardized economic indicators, the application provides reliable insights into fisheries production, operational costs, market behaviour, and income generation. The data generated through the application supports: Fisheries economics research and economic performance assessment. Analysis of market trends and price realisations across fish markets. Monitoring of fishing costs, earnings, and market dynamics. Development of reliable datasets for evidence-based planning and policy formulation. Strengthening National Fisheries Database through standardized and validated information. Improved transparency, market efficiency, and informed decision-making across the fisheries sector. Vision Matsya Tejas is designed to strengthen India's fisheries information ecosystem by integrating biological, economic, and market data into a single digital platform. Through standardized data collection and real-time information generation, the application supports scientific research, market intelligence, sustainable fisheries management, and evidence-based policy decisions. By fostering stakeholders across the fisheries value chain and contributing to CMFRI's National Fisheries Database, Matsya Tejas promotes data-driven fisheries governance, improved market efficiency, and enhanced economic outcomes for India's marine fisheries sector.