ArmInfo.The head of the inspection body for nature protection and subsoil resources Gnel Harutyunyan held a working meeting with the heads of territorial and structural divisions.
According to the press service of the Inspection Body, during the meeting, the participants discussed measures to tighten control over illegal whitefish fishing, tree felling, timber removal, etc. It is reported that the results of the meeting were given instructions on the topical issues discussed. It should be reminded that commercial fishing in Lake Sevan is allowed to be carried out in 25 areas of Lake Sevan. Another 8 have been added to 17 previously approved sites. It is allowed to fish at least 400 grams or more instead of the previous 500 grams. The maximum volume of commercial fishing for whitefish in the lake has also been revised. The new limit, approved by the project, is 300 tons. Exceeding this limit or non-compliance with established norms threatens with severe sanctions