Team Goemkarponn
VASCO: In a significant move, the Mormugao Municipal Council (MMC) along with the police took strict action against the illegal wholesale fish market operating in Kharewada following complaints from local traditional fisherfolk. The long-standing issue of wholesalers selling fish on the roadside has created a rift between the two groups, with traditional fisherfolk claiming that their livelihoods are being adversely affected.
MMC Chairperson Girish Borkar, addressing the issue, stated, “We have repeatedly requested the wholesalers not to sell fish in the area, as it impacts the business of our traditional fisherfolk. Despite multiple appeals, the illegal activity has continued, leaving us no choice but to take firm action.”
On the other hand, wholesalers have been pushing for designated time slots to conduct their business legally. However, selling fish on the roadside is a violation of municipal regulations, and the authorities have made it clear that they will no longer tolerate such activities.
“If the wholesalers do not listen despite repeated warnings, we will have to take strict measures against them,” Borkar warned.
The MMC’s actions come after rising tensions between the two parties, and further interventions may be expected if the illegal sales persist.
