India is the world’s second-largest fish producer, contributing 8 per cent to global output, and also ranks second in aquaculture production globally, the government said on Saturday. Consequently, total fish production has soared to 195 lakh tonnes. Additionally, stakeholders highlighted adoption of innovative technology-based solutions, such as drones for live fish transport to expand market reach, satellite applications for the safety and security of fishermen, and potential fishing zone advisories. The fishermen appreciated the initiative of the Government for installing transponders free of cost in their fishing vessels. These transponders have proven instrumental in providing them with timely Potential Fishing Zone (PFZ) advisories, weather alerts and updates on cyclone, navigating them to safer routes, according to the ministry.