15 Kerala fishermen held, two boats seized in Mangalore

November 21, 2012

Mangalore, November 21: The coastal security police arrested 15 Kerala based fishermen and seized two boats from them off the Mangalore coast on Tuesday.

Police sources said that they were engaged in fishing cuttle fish using illegal method and had entered the South Wharf for unloading.

While one of the trawl boats was owned by Varghese Antony from Varoor, another was owned by Sainaz.

According to the Coastal Security Police, the boats from Kerala were not given permission to unload the catch in Mangalore.

“A fishermen leader had complained on the boat engaged in catching cuttle fish using the untraditional method, which is banned. Accordingly, we have seized the boat, which had 15 members, and handed it over to the Fisheries department, to initiate action,” the police said.

It was said that the cuttle fish from two boats was auctioned for Rs 2.5 lakh.

Out of the two boats, one boat did not have required documents. The boat which had documents is likely to be imposed a fine, said a CSP personnel.

The illegal method of catching cuttlefish known as chouri locally, involves dropping the trunk of coconut palm in waters near boulders. Such method has been banned.

KFDC Chairman Nithin Kumar alleged that the fishermen had voluntarily stopped capturing cuttle fish using the illegal method six to seven years ago in Mangalore. However, the fishermen from Kerala are engaged in such catch, he alleged.

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DKS pledges job creation and tourism boost to restore communal harmony in Dakshina Kannada

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Mangaluru: Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar emphasized the urgent need for local job creation and a dedicated tourism policy to address communal tensions and rejuvenate the Dakshina Kannada region.

He spoke during "Ashoka Jan-Mana," a clothing distribution event organized by Rai Estates Educational and Charitable Trust, under the leadership of MLA Ashok Rai, at Kombettu’s taluk stadium in Puttur on Saturday.

“There are challenges to communal harmony across the coastal and interior regions of Dakshina Kannada. To counter these issues, we must provide opportunities for our youth," Shivakumar stated. "The government is considering a specialized tourism policy for the coastal areas to attract more visitors and retain local talent."

Shivakumar expressed concern about a rising trend among local youth to migrate to Saudi Arabia, Mumbai, and Bengaluru due to limited job opportunities in the area. "Communal disturbances have also discouraged students from other districts from enrolling in our institutions, and several banks that originated here have closed down," he said.

Highlighting the region's potential, Shivakumar remarked, “Dakshina Kannada is home to many temples and boasts a rich coastline. Yet, despite Mangaluru having a major port, we still lack five-star hotels. Developing tourism here will be essential for creating jobs and fostering harmony.”

He also hinted at development projects proposed by Ashok Rai for Puttur, which are currently under wraps due to by-election restrictions. Assuring commitment, Shivakumar said, “Although we secured only two seats in Dakshina Kannada, we are committed to developing all constituencies in the region.”

The Deputy Chief Minister concluded with a powerful message on leadership, likening Ashok Rai to a modern embodiment of ancient virtues. “For success, one should have Dharmaraya's righteousness, Karna's generosity, Arjuna's focus, Vidura's ethics, Bhima's strength, and Krishna's strategy. Ashok Rai has all these qualities," he said, praising Rai’s dedication to the people of Dakshina Kannada.

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