Secure release of boats from A.P., say fishermen - The HinduUpdated - August 11, 2026 12:42 am IST - CHENNAIFishermen of Kasimedu staged a one-day strike on Monday urging Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to initiate measures to retrieve seven boats belonging to fishermen from Chennai that have been impounded in Andhra Pradesh. The boats were seized by the police from the neighbouring State over 60 days ago and have been kept in the Juvvaladinne harbour.The Kasimedu fishing community leaders said the sale of fish from Andhra Pradesh should not be allowed in the city.Published - August 11, 2026 12:41 am ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }