Udupi fishermen stage huge protest against light fishing

Mangalore Today News Network

Malpe, Jan 29, 2019:  Fishermen of Udupi,  under the aegis of the Udupi District Country boat Fishermen’s Federation and Deep Sea Fishermen’s Association  staged a protest in front of the main gate of Malpe Port  demanding legal action against those who are  engaged in  light fishing in violation of rules.

The protesting fishermen also gheraoed Fisheries Deputy Director Parshwanath and Assistant Director Shivakumar who arrived at the spot. They also stood firm that they will not let the officials go until the issue was settled.

The agitators are also demanding that the DC must arrive at the spot and hear their plea.