The annual monsoon trawling ban in Kerala returns from midnight on June 9 for 52 days. While scientists credit the ban for sustaining fish stocks, the long-standing dispute between traditional fishermen and mechanised boat owners remains unresolved. Get the full breakdown of the debate here. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/trawling-ban-in-kerala-set-to-begin-on-june-9-amid-ongoing-disputes-di3mmba0?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #KeralaFishing #TrawlingBan #KeralaMonsoon #MarineConservation

Kerala's annual 52-day trawling ban comes into effect from June 9 midnight. The move aims to protect marine resources during the crucial breeding season, with enhanced coastal monitoring and welfare support for fishing communities. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/multimedia/videos/kerala-trawling-ban-marine-resources-ln2h8g3b?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #Kerala #TrawlingBan #KeralaFishing #FisheriesDepartment