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The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry announced a relaxation in fuel supply restrictions for fishing trawlers, allowing diesel to be supplied after verifying registration documents.

Kolkata, Diamond Harbour, Kakdwip, Fraserganj, Digha, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore

Who
Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry, Satinath Patra, Bijon Maity, Sunderbans Samudrik Matsyajibi Shramik Union, Kakdwip Fishermen Association, fishermen
What
The Petroleum and Natural Gas Ministry announced a relaxation in fuel supply restrictions for fishing trawlers, allowing diesel to be supplied after verifying registration documents.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:41:00 GMT · 2h 40m ago
Where
Kolkata, Diamond Harbour, Kakdwip, Fraserganj, Digha, South 24 Parganas, East Midnapore ·
Why
Uncertainty over fuel availability for deep-sea fishing was resolved, ending a ban on supplying diesel in barrels that could disrupt marine fishing.
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How this affects you

This policy change is expected to alleviate concerns for thousands of fishermen and related workers in the region, ensuring a steady supply of sea fish to Kolkata markets, and mitigating potential economic hardship and migration.

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