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Agriculture
Pulicat Fishermen Call on Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh to Mark Fishing Zones with GPS
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 28 Sep 2026, 08:46 AM
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Fishermen from the Pulicat coastal village have appealed to the governments of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh for a GPS‑based demarcation of their traditional fishing grounds to prevent disputes.
Pulicat’s fishing community has formally requested the state governments of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh to use Global Positioning System technology to clearly demarcate their traditional fishing grounds. The appeal, voiced by local fisherfolk representatives, highlights growing concerns over overlapping claims and unregulated fishing activities in the shared coastal waters.
The fishermen argue that a GPS‑based boundary would provide an objective, real‑time reference that can curb illegal encroachments, reduce inter‑state disputes, and improve safety for those who depend on the sea for their livelihood. They point to recent incidents where boats from one side have been accused of fishing in zones traditionally used by the other, leading to tensions and occasional confrontations.
While the governments have not yet issued a formal response, officials from both states have indicated willingness to explore technological solutions to manage marine resources more effectively. The fisherfolk hope that swift action will be taken to implement a clear, GPS‑enabled map that safeguards their rights and promotes sustainable fishing practices.
The fishermen argue that a GPS‑based boundary would provide an objective, real‑time reference that can curb illegal encroachments, reduce inter‑state disputes, and improve safety for those who depend on the sea for their livelihood. They point to recent incidents where boats from one side have been accused of fishing in zones traditionally used by the other, leading to tensions and occasional confrontations.
While the governments have not yet issued a formal response, officials from both states have indicated willingness to explore technological solutions to manage marine resources more effectively. The fisherfolk hope that swift action will be taken to implement a clear, GPS‑enabled map that safeguards their rights and promotes sustainable fishing practices.