ICG Ship Anmol Apprehends Two Bangladeshi Fishing Boats in India’s EEZ
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Why in news
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Ship Anmol apprehended two Bangladeshi fishing boats and 35 crew members for illegal fishing within India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the Bay of Bengal.
Background
On December 16, 2025, the ICG Ship Anmol seized two Bangladeshi fishing boats and approximately 500 kilograms of fish. The apprehended crew and vessels were handed over to the Marine Police at Frazerganj for legal proceedings.
Facts for Prelims
- FactICG Ship Anmol apprehended 35 crew members from two Bangladeshi fishing boats.
- FactThe seizure included approximately 500 kilograms of fish.
- PlaceThe apprehension occurred within India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in the Bay of Bengal.
- PlaceThe seized vessels were handed over to the Marine Police at Frazerganj.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges India faces in policing its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing by neighboring countries.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Jurisdictional friction: Balancing maritime sovereignty with regional fishing rights in the Bay of Bengal
- Enforcement gap: Monitoring vast maritime areas with limited patrol assets and surveillance technology
Keywords: Exclusive Economic Zone · Maritime Security · IUU Fishing · Sovereignty · Blue Economy
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