Question : FISH LANDING CENTRE

(a) whether the construction of a groyne fish landing centre at Visakhapatnam is pending for clearance with Visakhapatnam Port Trust (VPT);

(b) if so, whether the Union Government has directed to VPT authorities for early clearance of said project;

(c) if not, the reasons therefor; and

(d) the time by which the said project is likely to be cleared by VPT?

MINISTER OF SHIPPING(SHRI G.K. VASAN)

(a):  Yes, Madam.A reference has been received from Chief Minister, Andhra Pradesh about the proposal for construction of a groyne within 100 meters from shore area at Yarada in the port waters of Visakhapatnam Port Trust. It has been requested that the concerned authorities may be advised to facilitate the proposed construction at Yarada. Visakhapatnam Port Trust has opposed the project on the ground that it falls within their port limits and that it will affect their port activities adversely as well as pose serious threat to the security of the port.

(b):  No, Madam.

(c):  The project falls within the port limits of VPT and is bound to affect port activities adversely as well as be a serious threat to the security of the port.

(d):  Does not arise.