The fishermen have urged the authorities to increase their fuel quota along with the increase of fuel quota allocated for three-wheeler drivers.
They pointed out the amount of kerosene received through the ration system is inadequate to carry out their jobs.
About 100 fishing boats and one-day vessels are engaged in fishing activities centered only on Tangalle and Oruwella fishing piers.
The number of families depending on fishing in the area is more than 500.
