The government has planned to introduce a new Fishermen's Pension Scheme to the fishing community from December 21, 2025.

It is reported that all arrangements have been made to launch the pension scheme.

It is scheduled to be implemented by the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board.

Under this scheme, pensions will be available under the new Fishermen's Pension Scheme upon reaching the age of 60, and it is reported that if the beneficiary dies while receiving a pension, the spouse will be able to receive pensions.

Also, the pension will increase at each age limit after the age of 60.


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