The Congress on Saturday appointed Armstrong Fernando as chairman of the All India Fishermen Congress after accepting the resignation of party MP T N Prathapan from the post.
"Congress president has appointed Armstrong Fernando as chairman, All India Fishermen Congress, with immediate effect," according to a party statement.
"Congress president has accepted the resignation of T N Prathapan, MP from his current position as chairman, All India Fishermen Congress. The party appreciates his service," the statement noted.
