Indian fishermen were allegedly attacked by Sri Lankan Naval forces who threw stones and iron balls at them near Katchatheevu islet, Indian media reported.
Though nobody was injured in the attack, several boats suffered damages, President of the Fishermen's Association, Sesuraja told NDTV
Fishing nets of the fishermen, who ventured into the sea in more than 500 boats, were also damaged. The Sri Lankan Navy had allegedly warned them against fishing near Katchatheevu, following which all of them returned to the shores this morning, he said.
Mr Sesuraja urged the centre to take steps to retrieve Katchatheevu island, ceded to Sri Lanka, so that fishermen could fish in their traditional areas.
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