9 Indian fishermen were arrested by Sri Lankan navy for alleged maritime boundary violation

Ramanathapuram: On Tuesday, The Sri Lankan Navy arrested 9 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu for allegedly violating its maritime boundary, a state Fisheries department official said.

Two mechanized boats were also seized.

The fishermen, belonging to Mandapam in the district, set sail for fishing on Monday morning and were apprehended late last night between Katchatheevu and Neduntheevu, the official added.

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