Nava Kerala Sadas

Government of Kerala

Theera Sadass 2023 (Coastal Forum)

A Successful Initiative for Kerala's Coastal Communities

Program Overview

The Kerala Fisheries Department conducted Theera Sadass 2023, a comprehensive Coastal Forum initiative, from April 23 to May 25, 2023. This program:

  • Provided a direct platform for fisherfolk to voice their concerns
  • Showcased government welfare schemes for coastal communities
  • Covered all 47 coastal constituencies through on-ground events
  • Was inaugurated by Hon. Chief Minister Shri Pinarayi Vijayan at Pozhiyur, Thiruvananthapuram
Key Achievements
Public Grievance Resolution
  • Received and addressed complaints through:
    • Online portal: fisheries.kerala.gov.in
    • Matsya Bhavans and Akshaya Kendras
  • Resolved complaints on-the-spot during forum sessions
Community Engagement
  • Held interactive discussions with fishing communities, local representatives, and department heads
  • Recognized and honored coastal talents and community leaders
Development Showcase
  • Exhibited short films highlighting fisheries sector initiatives
  • Demonstrated progress on key coastal infrastructure projects
Grievance Categories Addressed

The forum successfully resolved complaints related to:

Livelihood Support
  • Delay in welfare scheme disbursements
  • Fishing equipment subsidies
Infrastructure
  • Harbor maintenance issues
  • Cold storage facility complaints
Environmental Protection
  • Coastal erosion concerns
  • Pollution control measures
Program Impact

Theera Sadass 2023 significantly improved communication between coastal communities and the government, leading to faster resolution of long-standing issues and better implementation of welfare schemes for fisherfolk.