Fishing in the big reservoirs is a hazardous job. There is every risk of life during heavy rains and storms. Keeping this in view all active fishermen working in the reservoirs have been insured under this scheme.

All active fishermen working in the reservoirs have been insured for Rs. 25000/- in case of permanent disability and Rs. 50000/- in case of death of the fishermen. The insurance premium of Rs. 14/- is being shared by the Government of India and Government of Himachal Pradesh in 50:50 ratio.

All fishermen