COVID-19 lockdown: Poojary welcomes govt decision to permit fishing
Team Udayavani, Apr 11, 2020, 7:26 PM IST
Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada district in-charge minister Kota Srinivas Poojary on Saturday, April 11, welcomed the State government’s decision to permit fishing during the lockdown that’s now extended till April 30.
“We welcome the Centre’s decision to permit fishing during the lockdown. This directive comes as a huge relief for the fishing community,” said Poojary.
Poojary informed that 14,000 boats will be deployed for fishing. Keeping the need for social distancing in mind only five crew members will be allowed on a boat. The boats can set sail in the morning and should return by evening.
He added that they will soon publish the guidelines to be followed while undertaking fishing during the lockdown period.
Poojary also warned of strict action against those attempting to illegally enter the district via boats.
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