Orissa: turning seas of trouble into seas of plenty
This paper discusses the decline in fish catch and the potential threat that this poses for the 4.5 lakh strong fisher population of Orissa . It also outlines the solution -- sustainable fisheries management -- which will safeguard the livelihoods of the traditional fishing population, while by default, reducing turtle mortalities significantly. This paper also reminds the Orissa government of its duty towards allocating sufficient resources to tackle the fishery crisis, both by providing patrolling and enforcement resources, as well as compensation and alternative means of livelihood for traditional fishermen affected by fishing restrictions.