"So far, the KSCADC has set up five modernised fish markets in Ernakulam district. Now, the construction of three more facilities at Kalady, Udayamperoor and Mulanthuruthy are in different stages," Minister for Fisheries K Babu has said.
He had inaugurated the district's fifth fish market at Muvattupuzha on Saturday.
The markets, being constructed with support from both central and state governments, are designed to give more focus on safety and hygiene.
As for Ernakulam district, KSCADC is building eight modernised markets at a cost of Rs 15.29 crore.
The government has sought approval from the National Fisheries Development Board for 11 more fish markets worth Rs.21 crore.
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