CM Vijay reviews safety of fishermen during NE monsoon
Vijay held discussions on the precautionary measures to be implemented during natural calamities
Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Friday (November 13, 2026) chaired a review meeting in Chennai to discuss several issues faced by fisherfolk, and ensure their safety during the northeast monsoon.
A State government press release said Mr. Vijay held detailed discussions on the precautionary measures that needed to be implemented during natural calamities and issued instructions on using technology to accurately identify the location of fishermen during emergencies at sea, improving communication equipment and ensuring that boats and their engines are seaworthy.
He also urged various agencies such as the Marine Fisheries Enforcement Wing, the Coastal Security Group, the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy to work in tandem and coordinate with the Department of Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare while undertaking search and rescue operations without delay.
The meeting was attended by the Minister for Public Works and Sports Development Aadhav Arjuna, Minister for School Education, Tamil Development, Information and Publicity Rajmohan, Minister for Finance, Planning and Development N. Marie Wilson, Minister for Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare A. Srinath, Chief Secretary M. Sai Kumar, Secretary to the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying, Fisheries and Fishermen Welfare Anu George, and various other officials.
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