The issue of Indian fishermen being detained by the Sri Lankan Navy continues to escalate, with multiple incidents reported recently. Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister O Panneerselvam has sought the intervention of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to secure the release of around 100 fishermen and 200 boats. In a separate incident, 32 fishermen from Pamban were arrested by Sri Lanka for poaching, while four Indian fishermen went missing after a collision with a Sri Lankan naval vessel. The Indian government, led by Jaishankar, has assured that steps will be taken to resolve these issues, including facilitating a meeting between Indian and Sri Lankan fishing communities. A delegation of Tamil Nadu fishermen, led by BJP state chief K Annamalai, has also sought a permanent resolution to these recurring incidents. The Indian High Commission has successfully negotiated the release of 21 fishermen, who have safely returned home.