Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:12am on 01 Apr 2024,Monday India
External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar disclosed that India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, intended to give away Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka. Jaishankar cited a 1974 pact under the Indira Gandhi government as evidence. He highlighted subsequent agreements that compromised Indian fishermen's rights, leading to detainment and vessel seizures. The issue, resurfacing ahead of Lok Sabha polls, has long plagued Tamil Nadu. Jaishankar emphasized sustained parliamentary concern, citing numerous responses to Chief Minister MK Stalin's inquiries. The disclosure underscores ongoing tensions over maritime boundaries and fishing rights.
