⚓ Navy Apprehends 65 Individuals in Islandwide Anti-Illegal Fishing Raids

• Enforcement Summary: The Sri Lanka Navy detained 65 persons during special operations targeting illegal fisheries practices across Sri Lankan waters from September 1 to 11, 2026. • Offenses & Seizures: • 63 individuals held for using unauthorized gear, winches, tractors, and illegal nets. • 2 individuals arrested in a joint Kattankudy operation with police, confiscating 44 illegal nets. • Equipment seized includes 26 dinghies, 2 tractors, and 1 cab. • Key Operational Zones: Eastern, Northern, and Southeastern Naval Commands executed raids covering areas such as Jamaliya, Foul Point, Ilankanthai, Pigeon Island, Nadithivu Island, Nilaveli, Chundikulam, and Arugam Bay. • Legal Action: Suspects, gear, and vehicles handed over to Department of Fisheries offices across Trincomalee, Batticaloa, Jaffna, Pottuvil, and nearby regions for prosecution.