Sri Vijaya Puram, Apr. 28:A live streaming programme was organized by the Department of Fisheries, A&N Administration of the Coastal States Meet, 2025 held at Mumbai today wherein the foundation stone plaque for the work of construction of Wholesale-cum-Retail Fish Market at Bathubasti, Sri Vijaya Puram was unveiled by Shri. Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying (MoFAH&D) and Minister of Panchayati Raj, Govt. of India in the presence of Shri. SP Singh Baghel, Minister of State, MoFAH&D and Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Govt. of India and Shri George Kurian, Minister of State, MoFAH&D and Ministry of Minority Affairs, Govt. of India.
The programme witnessed enthusiastic and active participation from over 200 stakeholders, including fishers, fish vendors, fisherwomen, representatives from PRIs, and officials from the Department of Fisheries. This significant infrastructure project will be developed on a plot measuring approximately 750 square meters, with a built-up area of 300 square meters. Designed to enhance the marketing and distribution of fish and fishery products in the region, the proposed fish market will be equipped with modern amenities to ensure hygiene, efficiency, and sustainability.
Key features of the facility will include a raised platform for hygienic display and sale of fish, separate and spacious areas designated for fish cutting, a properly covered drainage system to maintain cleanliness, and an overhead water tank to ensure continuous water supply. Additionally, provisions have been made for a pre-fabricated Cold Storage Unit to preserve fish products, a small administrative office, and essential public utilities such as toilet blocks. To support environmental sustainability, the market will incorporate a rainwater harvesting system and a waste composting unit. A retaining wall will be constructed for structural support, and a motorable road will provide easy access to the fish market for both vendors and customers. Advanced chilling equipment will also be installed to maintain the freshness of fish products.
Upon completion, the fish market is expected to provide marketing space for more than 80 users, including individual vendors and cooperative groups. It is projected to serve the daily needs of approximately 40,000 to 45,000 residents in the surrounding area, significantly improving access to fresh fish and fishery products while also boosting local livelihoods and strengthening the fisheries sector.
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