• To improve the economy and livelihood of the people living in under developed foothill areas of Nagaland. •To generate sustainable employment opportunities among the communities and unemployed youths through fishery related activities. •To augment fish and fish seed production in the State.• To curb the import of fish seeds and table fish from outside the State. • To promote modern scientific technologies for effective management and optimum utilization.• To promote production of table fish and fish seeds on commercial basis in the area