Sri Lanka has commenced a special research project on the environmental impact to the Mannar Sea due to over-exploitation following the end of war. The research is conducted by the universities of Jaffna, Ruhuna and another foreign university.
The sea is exposed to mass exploitation by the local fisherman and Indian poachers causing heavy damage to the unique maritime environment in the sea. The researchers are to focus on the impact on the traditional fisher communities due to the new situation. The report of the project is to be handed over to the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources.