25 Indian Fishermen Arrested for Illegal Fishing

25 Indian Fishermen Arrested for Illegal Fishing in Sri Lankan Waters

by Staff Writer 16-02-2026 | 2:40 PM


COLOMBO (News 1st) - 25 Indian fishermen were arrested for engaging in illegal fishing activities within Sri Lankan territorial waters.

The Navy stated that two vessels were also taken into custody 
along with the fishermen.

The arrested fishermen and seized vessels have been handed over to the Kankesanthurai Fisheries Inspector's Office.