‘Shoot to kill’ orders issued in offshore defence zones, Mumbai fishermen warned to stay away from oil rigs

Clara Lewis / TNN / Updated: May 10, 2025, 10:41 IST

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The Maharashtra fisheries department has cautioned fishermen against venturing into offshore defence zones, citing shoot-to-kill orders and providing specific coordinates for restricted areas. Fishermen are also advised to avoid fishing near or seeking shelter around oil rigs during storms. With Maharashtra's coastline spanning 877.97 kms, fishermen are urged to cooperate with authorities, recognizing their role in coastal security.

‘Shoot to kill’ orders issued in offshore defence zones, Mumbai fishermen warned to stay away from oil rigs

The Maharashtra Fisheries Department has issued urgent warnings to coastal fishing communities, advising them to avoid oil rigs and restricted zones.

MUMBAI: The state fisheries department has issued warnings to the fishing community not to go fishing in the offshore defence areas. Coordinates have been issued for the no fishing zones.Shoot to kill orders have been issued in the offshore defence areas, the community has been warned.Directives have been issued not to go fishing near oil rigs and not to seek shelter around oil rigs in case of storms.

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Fishermen have been urged to cooperate with the Licensing Officer in these difficult times as the responsibility of protecting the coast is also on the fishermen.As per the latest survey by the central govt, Maharashtra’s coastline is 877.97 kms.

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Clara Lewis is a Senior Editor (Government & Policy). She enjoys meeting people, reading and travel, and keeps her eye on the changing face of the city and its rapid evolving demographic profile.

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