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“We have put our best efforts to trace the missing fishing boat. So far, we have been unable to get any information about the same. I met the families of the missing fishermen. The government has released Rs 1 lakh for families of the missing fishermen as temporary relief,” he informed.
“The government has also released Rs 3 crore as of now to be utilised in finding missing boats or fishing boats which face similar danger. We have asked for an appointment with the union home minister, which we are unable to get so far. After the incident, in accordance to ISRO’s advice, decision has been taken to install equipment in boats due to which they can be traced when they are in danger,” he explained.
“We will be able to get accurate information about boats when they are in danger through the equipment fitted in it. Soon after the election, meeting will be held with the leaders of fishing sector and discussion over the installation of equipment to boats will also be held,” he added.
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