Goa Detains Karnataka Trawler for Illegal Fishing off Calangute

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PANAJI: In a coordinated crackdown on unauthorised fishing, the Goa Fisheries Department and Coastal Police on Friday seized a trawler from Malpe, Karnataka, after it was allegedly found operating inside restricted waters off the Calangute coast.

Officials said the vessel was intercepted during an intensified patrol aimed at preventing illegal fishing and safeguarding the interests of Goa’s traditional fishing community.

The trawler was taken into custody, and an inquiry is underway to determine the extent of the violations.

Authorities added that the state will continue to maintain strict vigilance along th

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