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Crime
Mizoram cracks down on illegal fishing using electro‑shock, poison and unauthorised sales
✍️ Hub News
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 05:30 PM
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Mizoram authorities have intensified enforcement against violations of the state fishing ban, seizing illegal gear and arresting those using electro‑shock, river poisons and illicit sales.
State officials in Mizoram have stepped up operations to curb illegal fishing practices that breach the recently imposed ban. Enforcement teams reported the discovery of electro‑shock devices and chemical poisons being used in rivers to stun and kill fish, a method that threatens local ecosystems.
The crackdown also targeted the illicit trade of caught fish, with authorities seizing batches of unauthorised sales and detaining several individuals suspected of violating the ban. Police statements indicated that those found using prohibited techniques face strict penalties under state wildlife protection laws.
The fishing ban, introduced to protect dwindling fish stocks and preserve biodiversity in Mizoram's waterways, is being enforced with heightened vigilance. Officials urged the public to cooperate and report any suspicious activities, emphasizing the long‑term benefits of sustainable fishing for local communities.
The operation reflects a broader effort by the state government to safeguard natural resources and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, signalling a zero‑tolerance stance on illegal fishing.
The crackdown also targeted the illicit trade of caught fish, with authorities seizing batches of unauthorised sales and detaining several individuals suspected of violating the ban. Police statements indicated that those found using prohibited techniques face strict penalties under state wildlife protection laws.
The fishing ban, introduced to protect dwindling fish stocks and preserve biodiversity in Mizoram's waterways, is being enforced with heightened vigilance. Officials urged the public to cooperate and report any suspicious activities, emphasizing the long‑term benefits of sustainable fishing for local communities.
The operation reflects a broader effort by the state government to safeguard natural resources and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, signalling a zero‑tolerance stance on illegal fishing.