  
India has granted safe harbour to 25 Sri Lankan fishing boats, providing refuge to the vessels and their crews under maritime safety protocols.
The measure allows the Sri Lankan fishing vessels access to designated secure waters, ensuring immediate protection for the boats and the fishermen on board.
Key Developments
- India opens safe harbour access to 25 Sri Lankan fishing boats.
- The move provides critical shelter and maritime safety for the affected vessels.
Bilateral maritime coordination between neighboring coastal states regularly encompasses humanitarian access and safe passage provisions to safeguard fishermen facing challenges at sea.