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Supreme Court Urges Centre to Warn Fishermen Against Entering Sri Lankan Waters
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News18•06-10-2026, 16:21
Supreme Court Urges Centre to Warn Fishermen Against Entering Sri Lankan Waters
- •The Supreme Court orally remarked that Indian Tamil fishermen must be sensitised against entering Sri Lanka territorial waters near Katchatheevu island.
- •The Attorney General explained during the hearing that depleted fish stocks on the Tamil Nadu side are driving fishermen to cross the maritime boundary.
- •The ongoing issue highlights long-running tensions between India and Sri Lanka regarding fishermen crossing the border near Katchatheevu.
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The Supreme Court orally remarked that Indian Tamil fishermen should be sensitised against entering Sri Lanka’s territorial waters while fishing near Katchatheevu island. This observation was made during a court hearing on October 6, 2026.
According to the Attorney General, depleted fish stocks on the Tamil Nadu side are prompting some Indian fishermen to venture into Sri Lankan waters.
The issue is closely linked to long-running concerns over Indian fishermen crossing the maritime boundary near Katchatheevu island, which has continuously resulted in tensions between India and Sri Lanka.
