Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 12 April 2025
The Andaman and Nicobar Administration has announced a closed season for bottom trawling and shark fishing in the Union Territory’s waters, in line with the A&N Islands Marine Fishing Rules, 2004 (Amendment-2019).
The ban will be in effect from April 15 to May 31, 2025, both days inclusive. During this period, the operation of fishing vessels employing bottom trawling gear and those engaged in shark fishing will be strictly prohibited across the A&N waters.
Fishermen have been urged to adhere to the seasonal ban, which is aimed at conserving marine biodiversity and allowing fish stocks to regenerate. (Story Based on PR)