Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Bangladesh Apprehends Indian Fishermen; India Seeks Early Return
Indian fishermen were caught by Bangladesh for fishing in their waters.
This happened near Mongla on July 14-15.
The fishermen were accused of crossing the line that separates the countries' waters.
India is now talking to Bangladesh, asking them to let the fishermen go safely and soon.
They want the fishermen and their boats back.
Bangladesh apprehended 34 Indian fishermen for allegedly fishing in its waters.
The incident occurred on the night of July 14-15 near Mongla.
Two Indian fishing trawlers were also apprehended.
Bangladesh accused the fishermen of crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line.
India is pressing Bangladesh for the fishermen's safe and early return.
- Who
- 34 Indian fishermen and Bangladeshi authorities.
- What
- Bangladesh apprehended 34 Indian fishermen and two fishing trawlers.
- When
- The incident occurred on the night of July 14-15, reported on July 18.
- Where
- Near Mongla, in Bangladeshi territorial waters.
- Why
- The fishermen allegedly crossed the International Maritime Boundary Line and were fishing in Bangladeshi waters.
- Apprehended
- 34 Indian fishermen
- Date of Apprehension
- July 14-15
- Location
- Near Mongla, Bangladesh
- Accusation
- Crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line and fishing in Bangladeshi waters
- Indian Response
- Pressing Bangladesh for safe and early return of fishermen