Odisha imposes 7-month ban on fishing to protect endangered Sea turtles
November 2nd, 2017
The state government of Odisha on 1 November 2017 imposed a seven-month ban on sea fishing activity in order to protect the Olive Ridley sea turtles. The move han been brought on, as the breeding season of the endangered marine animals is approaching. The ban will hold until 31 May 2018.