(RAMESWARAM, LANKAPUVATH) – 24 Indian fishermen were arrested by the Sri Lankan Naval personnel today (05) for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and fishing in the island nation’s territorial waters, the Press Trust of India reported.
“15 Fishermen, who were fishing between Katchathivu and Talaimannar, were arrested and taken to Talaimannar,” Assistant Director of Fisheries Kulanjinathan said.
9 Others fishing near Neduntheevu were arrested and taken to Kangasanthurai, he said.
The 4 boats of the fishermen, hailing from this town and Jagadapagttinam village, were seized, he added.
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