No, applicants or their family members should not have benefited under the scheme previously to be considered eligible.

In Puducherry region, the Deputy Director of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare (Inland) serves as a member and convener of the Selection Committee.

The rules come into force on the date of their publication in the official gazette.

Yes, applicants should specify the size of the aquarium they want to purchase, as shown in the application form, for subsidised rate consideration.

Field Officers recommend applications based on the location of the applicant's house or residential place to the Selection Committee.

The scheme targets residents of the Union territory of Puducherry who fulfill the specified eligibility criteria.

"KFCMU" stands for 'The Karaikal Fishermen Co-operative Marketing Union, Karaikal,' one of the designated offices for obtaining Form-I in Karaikal region.

The unit cost is ₹7,000, with a 50% subsidy by the government (₹3,500), and the beneficiary contributes the remaining 50% to the Secretary/Administrator of PSFCF/KFCMU/Fishermen Co-operative Societies.

PSFCF is one of the designated offices where applicants can obtain Form-I for benefiting under the scheme, and it plays a role in the application submission process.

An aquarium is described as an artifact that adds beauty to its surroundings, brings solace to the aged, soothes children, and helps reduce stress.

The government provides a maximum subsidy of ₹3,500, covering 50% of the total unit cost of ₹7,000.

The Selection Committee, chaired by the Director of Fisheries, reviews recommended applications, ensuring the necessary documents are enclosed, and selects beneficiaries.