Mangrove cell and BMC inspect seafood stalls on Carter Road promenade
Officials made note of the concerns, took photographs, and said they would review the matter and submit a report on any possible violations before taking further action. Residents alleged that permanent stalls at the promenade violate Coastal Regulation Zone norms.
A resident, who had submitted a complaint, said they are not against the Koli women selling fish or the food plaza. "Our only grouse is why have it on a promenade meant for people to walk. How is BMC allowing them to use gas cylinders and cook on the road when they are supposed to take action against such stalls?" asked the resident, adding that cleanliness and traffic have also gone for a toss since the seafood plaza came up nearly two months ago.
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Another local said: "Itis a public promenade. The Kolis are original inhabitants and have the right to use the space. But this portion of the promenade is used for open-air chess sessions."
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