Archive · 9 Dec 2025
India and Bangladesh release fishermen
India and Bangladesh recently worked together to release and send back 47 Indian fishermen and 38 Bangladeshi fishermen.
These fishermen had been arrested because they accidentally crossed the line that separates the two countries' waters.
Both countries care about the safety and well-being of their fishermen and wanted to make sure they could return home.
The Indian government said they always try to help their fishermen who are in trouble in other countries.
This was done to help the fishermen and their families who depend on fishing for their livelihood.
India and Bangladesh successfully concluded the release and repatriation of 47 Indian fishermen and 38 Bangladeshi fishermen.
The fishermen were arrested for inadvertently crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line.
The exchange was conducted with a focus on humanitarian and livelihood concerns.
The Indian government emphasized the importance of the safety and welfare of its fishermen.
Operable vessels were also returned to both countries.
- Who
- Indian and Bangladeshi fishermen
- What
- Release and repatriation of fishermen and their vessels
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- India and Bangladesh
- Why
- To address humanitarian and livelihood concerns of fishing communities
- Indian Fishermen Released
- 47
- Bangladeshi Fishermen Released
- 38
- Vessels Released
- Operable
- Reason for Arrest
- Inadvertently crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line
- Government Stance
- Highest importance to safety, security, and welfare of Indian fishermen