• Feedback
  • RSS Feed
  • Sitemap
Ommcom News
  • Home
  • Odisha
  • Nation
  • World
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
  • Science & Tech
  • Photo Gallery
  • ଓଡ଼ିଆରେ ପଢନ୍ତୁ
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Odisha
  • Nation
  • World
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
  • Science & Tech
  • Photo Gallery
  • ଓଡ଼ିଆରେ ପଢନ୍ତୁ
No Result
View All Result
Odisha News, Odisha Breaking News, Odisha Latest News || Ommcom News
Home Nation

Fisherfolk Seek Withdrawal Of Marina Beach Project, To Meet Chennai Corporation Commissioner

OMMCOM NEWS by OMMCOM NEWS
December 25, 2024
in Nation

Chennai: Fishermen leaders from Nochikuppam in Chennai are set to meet the Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) Commissioner, J. Kumaragurubaran, on Thursday to demand the withdrawal of the Blue Flag project tag for Marina Beach.

They are also expected to request the establishment of roadside shelters for fish vendors from Nochikuppam, whose sales have significantly declined since being relocated to a new market.

The fishermen have further urged authorities to declare the area from Nochikuppam to Srinivasapuram as a Fisheries Conservation Zone.

They argue that the Chennai Corporation’s plan to transform Marina Beach into a tourist destination will adversely impact their livelihoods. “If the Blue Flag certification and related developmental works proceed along the Loop Road, more than 200 families in Nochikuppam will be affected,” said S. Ethiraj, a fisherman from the area. “Based on the outcome of the meeting with the Commissioner, we will decide whether to escalate our protests,” he said.

Fishermen and vendors have warned that if the Corporation does not withdraw the proposed projects, they will stage a road blockade until the state government addresses their concerns.

The fisherfolk living along the Loop Road near Marina Beach have been distressed for months, particularly after being moved to the new fish market.

Their anxiety has intensified following the Corporation’s plan to redevelop Marina Beach, which includes obtaining a Blue Flag certification.

The Blue Flag certification, awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), is a voluntary recognition given to beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating tourism operators that meet strict environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility standards.

While it aims to promote sustainable development in marine and freshwater areas, it often comes at the cost of local livelihoods, as communities are frequently excluded from the decision-making process.

On Tuesday, fishermen from Nochikuppam protested against the GCC’s proposal for Marina Beach.

They alleged that the authorities forcibly relocated them to an inadequately constructed market, disrupting their sales.

The fisherfolk are demanding small shops in the area to revive their livelihoods and oppose any redevelopment plans that could further marginalise their community.

(IANS)

ShareTweetSendSharePinShareSend
Previous Post

Bangladesh-Based Terror Outfit Likely To Target Suvendu Adhikari, Intelligence Agencies Sound Alert

Next Post

Thieves Strike Balasore Jewellery Shop, Decamp With Rs 5L

Related Posts

Nation

Six New Covid Cases In Patna; Doctors Say No Need To Panic, Take Precautions

June 4, 2025
covid-19
Nation

Covid-19 Cases In Gujarat Cross 460 Mark: Ahmedabad Sees Fourfold Rise In A Week

June 4, 2025
Nation

NEET Aspirant In MP Shoots Himself Dead After Results Out

June 4, 2025
Kerala High Court
Nation

Kerala HC Directs Class 11 Admissions Of Five Murder Accused Juveniles Be Enabled

June 4, 2025
Nation

After Jyoti Malhotra’s Arrest, Another Youtuber Held In Punjab For Espionage

June 4, 2025
Nation

Devotees Flock To Witness Ram Darbar Pran Pratishtha Ceremony In Ayodhya

June 4, 2025
Next Post

Thieves Strike Balasore Jewellery Shop, Decamp With Rs 5L

Sudarsan Pattnaik Sets New World Record With Largest Sand Art Of Santa Claus

Veer Bal Diwas: Honouring Martyrdom Of Sahibzadas Zorawar Singh, Fateh Singh

Khimji
  • Feedback
  • RSS Feed
  • Sitemap

© 2025 - Ommcom News. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In

Add New Playlist

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Odisha
  • Nation
  • World
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Entertainment
  • Videos
  • Science & Tech
  • Photo Gallery
  • ଓଡ଼ିଆରେ ପଢନ୍ତୁ

© 2025 - Ommcom News. All Rights Reserved.