Fisheries is a sector which has vast potential for development in Southern part of Sri lanka. The costal waters of the province extends from shore to sea range of about 90. of depth. 90% of fish production comes from these coastal waters exploited by some 12000 fishermen operating both traditional and mechanized crafts. Majority of the fishermen operating both traditional and mechanized crafts. Majority of the fishermen are engaged in the marine sector. Also there are large number of fishermen do the fresh water fishing while considerble number engaged in brackish water fishing.

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Southern Provincial Council