Rameswaram Fishermen Demand Permits and Diesel Subsidies for Modified Boats

Fishermen in Rameswaram use modified fibre and steel boats.

They say they cannot get fishing permits for these boats.

They also say they are not receiving subsidised diesel.

The fishermen protested at a fisheries department office on Monday.

They want the government to approve permits and diesel support.

The fisheries department says these boats do not qualify for permits.

The fishermen say this decision is making their work difficult.

They warned that they may hold bigger protests, including blocking roads.