Fishing is an important primary industry in Pakistan. It includes both marine and inland fishing, which provide food and income. Marine fishing occurs along the coasts of Sindh and Makran and provides greater catches due to Pakistan's continental shelf, though Makran faces infrastructure challenges. Inland fishing takes place in rivers, lakes, and fish farms, particularly in Punjab and Sindh, and provides local employment and markets. However, the fishing industry in Pakistan faces issues such as lack of capital, skills and infrastructure, water pollution, and overfishing that limit its development and sustainability. The government is taking steps to address these problems and modernize the industry.