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**Headline: Kodiyakkarai Fishermen Continue Indefinite Fast Over Boat Seizures and Territorial Disputes**
**NAGAPATTINAM, October 8, 2025 (The Hindu)** – A segment of local fishermen in Kodiyakkarai, Nagapattinam district, have entered the third day of an indefinite fast, protesting the continued seizure of their fishing boats and the presence of fishermen from neighboring districts in local waters. The protest, led by social activist Anandharaman, is taking place at the Mariamman temple.
The dispute stems from an annual influx of fishermen from surrounding districts during the northeast monsoon, who anchor their boats at Kodiyakkarai to fish. Local fishermen claim this practice negatively impacts their livelihoods, leading them to call for restrictions on outside fishermen operating in the area.
Tensions escalated when fishermen from Arcot Thurai reportedly detained eight boats belonging to visiting fishermen, alleging violations of a previously agreed-upon peace accord. While the detained fishermen were released, the boats remain impounded, sparking the current protests.
Several political figures, including former Minister O.S. Manian and Vedaranayam MLA, have visited the protest site to engage with the fasting fishermen and address their concerns. The protestors are demanding the immediate release of the seized boats and stricter enforcement of the existing peace agreement.
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