Goa, July 26 -- As the new fishing season begins, fishermen along Colva's coastline are preparing their boats and gear, but rough sea conditions have delayed their return to the waters.

For the traditional fishing community here, the wait has been difficult, both emotionally and economically.

Pedru Fernandes, a traditional Ramponkar and lifelong fisherman, described the hardship his community has faced due to the turbulent weather.

"The sea has been very rough these days. It has affected us very badly.. "We're just waiting for good weather so we can go back to the sea. Our families depend on this work."

The southwest monsoon has brought heavy swells and strong winds, making it unsafe for small fishing vessels to operate. While this se...