PANJIM: The state will have a 70-75 day total fishing ban with the intention of conserving fish resources, allow for a sufficient spawning period and possibly increase the catch Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said while speaking on behalf of Fisheries Minister Avertano Furtado who was not present in the Assembly.

Replying to the discussion on demands for grants, Parrikar stressed that it was absolutely necessary that there is a ban to ensure that the carrying capacity of the sea is maintained.