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About Gujarat Island Development Authority 

 

Gujarat Island Development Authority was constituted as per Government of Gujarat vide resolution of Home Department No: B-5/ CSS/ 1020/GOI-10 (Part-1) dated 21st August 2019. The Authority was formed under the chairmanship of Honourable Chief Minister of the state wherein CEO, GIDB is the member secretary/ convener.


 

The Authority is formed for the sustainable development of the islands along Gujarat's picturesque coastline. Established with a vision to create integrated development with ecological preservation, the Authority plays a pivotal role in unlocking the potential of these islands while ensuring their rich natural diversity and protecting unique ecosystems.


 

Island Development Authority Members

 
Sr. NoIsland Development Authority MembersDesignation
1Hon’ble Chief Minister of StateChairman
2Hon’ble Minister, (Finance)Member
3Hon’ble Minister, (Fisheries)Member
4Hon’ble Minister, (Tourism)Member
5Hon’ble Minister of State, (Home)Member
6Hon’ble Chief SecretaryMember
7Chief Principal Secretary to Hon'ble CMMember
8Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Home Department)Member
9Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Finance Department)Member
10Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Ports & Transport Department)Member
11Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Industries & Mines Department)Member
12Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Tourism Department)Member
13Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary / Secretary, (Fisheries Department)Member
14Vice Chairman & CEO, (Gujarat Maritime Board)Member
15Chief Executive Officer, GIDBMember Secretary


 

Key Objectives of GIDA


 

  • To prepare road map for development of islands in Gujarat.
  • To prepare strategies to protect the island eco-system with all its genetic diversity including policy formulation.
  • To co-ordinate with various State Government Departments/agencies.
  • To establish management information system for the island resources.
  • Protecting natural habitats, marine ecosystems & bio diversity through regulations & sustainable practices
  • Developing tourism responsibly by attracting visitors without overexploiting resources, ensuring long term benefits for local communities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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