The annual 61-day marine fishing ban protects breeding marine life. During this period, the State Government provides ₹8,000 seasonal livelihood relief allowance to marine fisher families.
Ban period schedule:
- East Coast (Tiruvallur to Ramanathapuram): April 15 to June 14.
- West Coast (Kanniyakumari): June 1 to July 31.
Eligibility criteria:
- Active marine fishermen families registered with the Tamil Nadu Fishermen Welfare Board.
- Valid Marine Fishermen Biometric Smart Card.
Disbursement:
- Verified by the Assistant Director of Fisheries (ADF - Marine); ₹8,000 is credited directly into the fisherman's Aadhaar-linked bank account.