Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin Urges PM Modi to Address Fishermen's Rights During Sri Lankan Prime Minister's Visit

Oct 16, 2025 07:49 pm CST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting intervention on key fishermen's issues during Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya's upcoming visit to India. The letter highlights concerns including the retrieval of Katchatheevu Island, release of 76 detained Indian fishermen, return of 242 seized fishing vessels, and addressing violence against Tamil Nadu fishing communities in traditional Palk Bay waters.