Thoothukudi, June 16 -- The Tamil Nadu government's annual 61-day fishing ban came to an end on Monday, with fishermen in Thoothukudi resuming their activities by venturing into the sea in mechanised boats.

The ban, which began on April 15, is enforced annually along the Indian coastline during the monsoon season to protect fish during their breeding period.

The ban covers the Bay of Bengal, the Palk Bay, and the Gulf of Mannar regions.

The seasonal suspension is part of the government's initiative to conserve marine resources and increase fisheries. The ban helps replenish fish stocks, allowing them to spawn and grow, which ultimately benefits the fishing industry and the ecosystem.

While the ban may cause fishermen short-term econom...