Information regarding the fishermen's registry has been provided to grouper fishermen in F. Bilehdhoo.
The information was shared by Deputy Minister of Fisheries Ahmed Shafeeu during a session held in Bilehdhoo yesterday, in collaboration with the F. Bilehdhoo Council and the Ministry of Fisheries.
During the meeting, fishermen were briefed on how to register captains and crew members in the fishermen's registry, as well as how to use the 'Keyolhu' application. Information was also shared on how to maintain the crew list, how to use the 'Keyolhu' application to fill in fishing trip details, and the importance of doing so.
The Ministry stated that the session also highlighted the ongoing efforts to implement President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's policy of making fishermen state-recognized individuals. Furthermore, details were shared regarding the benefits fishermen will receive through the registry and the Ministry's collaborative efforts with various institutions to secure opportunities for fishermen to participate in special facilities and schemes.
Fishermen who participated in the meeting shared the challenges they face in the fishing industry and requested the Ministry's assistance in resolving them. This included arranging for duty-free diesel to be available at an affordable price for grouper fishermen through the 'Fahi Hakatha' scheme.
Vessel owners, captains, and crew members of Bilehdhoo, along with some employees of the council office, participated in this meeting.
