Sri Lankan Navy Arrests 11 Indian Fishermen

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 11 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly trespassing into Sri Lankan waters, bringing the total number of Indian fishermen arrested in 2024 to 333, along with 45 boats seized. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has expressed grave concern over these repeated incidents and urged the Indian government to take diplomatic measures for their swift release. The frequent arrests have significantly impacted the livelihoods of Tamil Nadu's fishing community, causing immense hardships. In addition to the arrests, there have been recent reports of attacks on Tamil fishermen by unidentified persons from Sri Lanka. The issue remains a contentious point in Indo-Lankan relations, particularly affecting the fishing communities on both sides of the Palk Strait.