Move aims to ease congestion, curb illegal sales and protect retail vendors in Vasco
A joint meeting chaired by Mormugao Council chairperson Girish Borker and attended by MLA Krishna Salkar, along with officials from the RTO, traffic cell, Vasco police and other departments, was held on Wednesday.
VASCO
In a move to address long-standing issues at the Vasco fish market, authorities have decided to shift fish wholesalers to the Baina fish market complex. The decision was taken at a joint meeting on Wednesday attended by Mormugao Municipal Council chairperson Girish Borker, MLA Krishna Salkar, and officials from the RTO, traffic cell, Vasco police and other departments.
For some time, wholesalers have been operating outside the newly opened Vasco fish market. Retail vendors have complained of losses as bulk fish sales were taking place nearby. This led to congestion, unregulated trading and inconvenience to vendors and customers.
Salkar said the decision followed repeated complaints from vendors and the need to bring order. He said wholesalers selling fish in large quantities outside the market were affecting the business of retail vendors inside.
Wholesalers have now been asked to shift to the Baina market, where both wholesale and retail activities can function in a more organised way. Salkar said this would help reduce conflict and create a better system for all.
He added that temporary repairs will be carried out at the Baina complex to make space for wholesalers. In the future, the market will be developed into a modern fish market through a government agency.
Salkar also said that when the new Vasco market was opened, it was made clear that fish sales would not be allowed nearby. The market was officially notified, and rules do not permit fish sales within a two-kilometre radius.
Despite this, some wholesalers continued operating in areas like Kharewada, drawing large crowds and affecting the regulated market.
Salkar said authorities have now been told to act against illegal fish selling in such areas. He added that while wholesalers were initially hesitant, they have agreed to shift to Baina after discussions.
He said the move is expected to bring stability and ensure fair and regulated fish trade in the city.
