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In view of the serious negative impacts on coastal ecosystems and the livelihoods of other fishing communities caused by the use of machinery in the seine fishing industry, the Director General of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Mr. Susantha Kahawatte, has urged the fishing community to adhere strictly to traditional fishing practices in line with existing laws.

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Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekhar, visited the Colombo National Hospital today (04) to inquire into the condition of fishermen who were severely assaulted by an unidentified group in international waters and are currently receiving treatment for their injuries.

617560932 122296544174198602 6688783464693937467 nSri Lanka is steadily moving away from a dark era where even freedom was negotiated and sold, towards a new dawn of genuine independence, Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ramalingam Chandrasekar has stated.

  1. Minister of Fisheries and Secretary join a crucial conference which was held in Indonesia on behalf of the sustainability of tuna stocks in the Indian Ocean
  2. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage intervenes to resolve issues at Patanangala and Amaduwa fishing piers in Yala National Park
  3. Maximum support of the Government to encourage the exports of fishing vessels- Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage.
  4. 226 million rupees of relief assistance for Inland fishermen who were affected by Cyclone Ditwah; Accelerated plan by the government to double the development of the industry
  5. Vietnam Ambassador assures to rebuild disaster-hit fisheries sector; Special focus on ornamental fish and shrimp industry
  6. Ceylon Fisheries Corporation begins a transformative year with the "Clean Sri Lanka" program.
  7. Australian High Commissioner Visits NPP Office in Jaffna, Holds Talks with Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  8. Pongal greetings news from Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekar
  9. Six-month strict ban on VMS (Vessel Monitoring System) violations to safeguard fish exports and national security.
  10. Ministerial Consultative Committee Approves regulations under the Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Act and the Fishermen’s Pension and Social Security Benefit Scheme Act
  11. Ensuring the Safety of Fisherfolk Who Risk Their Lives for National Income and Nutrition Is Essential – Minister Ramalingam Chandrasekaran
  12. Deputy Minister ,Ratna Gamage Pledges a Transformative Year for the Fisheries Sector
  13. Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekar, says that the Government and the people are working together with strong determination to recover from the losses caused by recent disasters.
  14. Australian support for the fisheries sector which was affected by flood ; assurance of continued support for vessel monitoring system
  15. Merry Christmas filled with peace, love and new hopes!
  16. Christmas brings the great message of love, peace and national unity – Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources Ramalingam Chandrasekhar
  17. Flood damage to fisheries sector exceeds Rs 7650 million; Minister Chandrasekar outlines comprehensive recovery plan to rebuild industry
  18. JICA Pledges Support to Rebuild Fisheries Sector After Disaster!
  19. Full support of the Government to revive flood-ravaged ornamental fish industry - Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage
  20. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage launches a comprehensive plan to rebuild flood-ravaged Chilaw shrimp industry
  21. Chinese Technical Assistance for Value-Added Fish Exports: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage Meets Shenzhen Representatives
  22. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage orders to provide immediate relief for flood-affected employees and infrastructure of Ceylon fisheries corporation.
  23. Floods damage 15 fish processing factories: Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage promises immediate relief to exporters
  24. Relief measures for the affected people
  25. Deputy Minister Rathna Gamage directs fishing boats for flood relief operations
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