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Uniform ban on fishing by all deep sea fishing vessels in the Indian EEZ on the East & West Coast

Applicable to: All deep sea fishing vessels on the East & West Coast
Effective Date: 22nd March, 2005
Superseded Circulars: None mentioned

Key Changes and Requirements

1. Fishing Ban Periods

A uniform ban on fishing has been imposed for conservation and effective management of fish resources and sea safety reasons.

  • East Coast: 15th April to 31st May, 2005
  • West Coast: 10th June to 15th August, 2005
Note: Similar ban may be imposed within the territorial waters by respective States/UTs during this period.
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