Inspired by the floating markets of Bangkok where water is a
major mode of transportation, Kolkata now has a floating market in Kolkata,
near Patuli. Comprising of 114 boats and 280 shops selling fish, meat, vegetables
and groceries, this is the first floating market of Kolkata. These will be sold
in four different sections in the market. There are walkways on the water
body, which will help people reach these sections easily. Also, there will be
boats on each of these walkways which will be selling goods.
WHERE IS IT?
The floating market is located Baishnabghata Patuli Township
near EM Bypass.
TIMINGS AND ENTRY
FEES:
The floating market in Kolkata will remain open from 6 am to 9
pm. There is no entry-fee for this market.
According to some renowned newspapers, around INR 10 crore has
been invested for construction of this floating market. (We aren’t judging Government’s
decisions here)
UNIQUENESS OF THIS MARKET: ITS
SPECIALITY
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Apart from being the first floating market in Kolkata, this
market will have two aerators, devices that collect oxygen from air and
mix it with water. This will ensure the proper survival of aquatic plants and animals.
Why was this
done?
This floating market will help in the rehabilitation of
sellers who were displaced due to the widening of the EM Bypass. Their
businesses will be shifted to the floating
market. (Still we aren’t judging)
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