Twelve Indian Fishermen Released by Sri Lankan Navy, Others Still Detained

Twelve Indian Fishermen Released

VoM News Desk | February 6, 2024 | 01:21 PM IST | Breaking News, India, Sri Lanka, World | Follow on Google News

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Twelve Indian Fishermen Released by Sri Lankan Navy, Others Still Detained

Twelve fishermen from Tamil Nadu, who were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy on January 13, have been released and reached Chennai airport on Tuesday. However, eleven fishermen are still detained in Sri Lanka.

Recurring Arrests Raise Alarms

The recurring arrests of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan navy have become a source of concern, not only for the Central government but also for the authorities in Tamil Nadu. On February 5, in a move aimed at drawing attention to their longstanding grievances, Rameswaram fishermen held a symbolic strike and outlined a series of demands to address the challenges they face.

Fishermen’s Demands and Symbolic Protest

The Rameswaram All Boats Fishermen’s Association highlighted the plight of fishermen, claiming that over 150 mechanised boats from Tamil Nadu, seized by the Sri Lankan Navy between 2018 and 2024, remain in the possession of the Sri Lankan government. The fishermen demanded immediate intervention from both the central and state governments to secure the release and restoration of seized boats in good condition.

In addition to emphasizing the need for adequate compensation for damaged vessels and permission for rescue teams to retrieve boats held by the Sri Lankan Navy, the fishermen urged the central government to immediately grant permission to the rescue team to go to Sri Lanka to rescue the 10 boats freed by the Sri Lankan Navy. They also called for appropriate compensation for the boats sunk by the Sri Lankan Navy, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. The issue had previously been reflected upon during a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, held during the latter’s visit to India in July last year.

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