Port Blair, Mar 17: The Member of Parliament of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Lt. Governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to arrange for a sailing of a ship to Vishakhapattaman during the first week of summer vacation from Port Blair via Hutbay.
In a letter addressed to the Lt. Governor the Member of Parliament mentioned that during his recent visit to the Little Andaman, he was made aware of the hardships and difficulties faced by a large number of people in travelling to Vishakhapattaman.
He said that every year, these people are required to travel to Port Blair and then wait for a ship to Vishakhapattaman and again avail a sailing from Port Blair to Vishakhapattaman during Summer Vacation and vice versa.
He added that this is not only a painful and expensive process but also poses significant challenges for people with limited earnings.
Therefore, the Member of Parliament requested sailing of a ship to Vishakhapattaman during the first week of summer vacation from Port Blair via Hutbay.
He mentioned that this would allow these 200 people to avail a direct sailing to Vishakhapattaman from Hutbay, which would significantly reduce their travel time and expenses.
The Member of Parliament also urged the Lt. Governor to arrange for a similar return sailing before the end of summer vacation so that these people can return to Hutbay directly from Vishakhapattaman.
