All India Fishers and Fisheries Workers’ Federation says move infringes on rights of fishing community. Fishers say imposing biometric surveillance, tracking and centralised control without consultation is more about control than about safety
A senior government official says the CISF will design a security template and guide the local administration in managing the security protocol. There are 1,547 notified fish landing centres and fishing harbours in 13 coastal States and UTs
The initiative aimed to promote the spirit of sportsmanship, unity, and fitness