{"id":1470,"date":"2025-11-09T17:41:26","date_gmt":"2025-11-09T12:11:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/undercovereditor.com\/?p=1470"},"modified":"2025-11-09T17:56:03","modified_gmt":"2025-11-09T12:26:03","slug":"bmcs-proposed-relocation-of-dadar-fish-vendors-faces-fierce-opposition-from-fisherfolk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/undercovereditor.com\/hi\/bmcs-proposed-relocation-of-dadar-fish-vendors-faces-fierce-opposition-from-fisherfolk\/","title":{"rendered":"BMC\u2019s Proposed Relocation of Dadar Fish Vendors Faces Fierce Opposition from Fisherfolk"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BMC officials discuss plans to relocate Dadar\u2019s wholesale fish vendors to Mulund as locals protest congestion on Senapati Bapat Marg. Fisherfolk express anger, calling the move a threat to their livelihood. (UndercoverEditor Photo \/ Mumbai)<\/figcaption>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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UndercoverEditor News Agency | Editor: Mahesh Rathod | Mumbai | November 9, 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is reportedly considering the relocation of around 36 wholesale fish vendors from Senapati Bapat Marg, Dadar, to the Airoli Toll Plaza in Mulund in an effort to ease persistent traffic congestion in the area. However, the proposal has triggered sharp resistance from the local fisherfolk, who say the move threatens their livelihood and violates existing court orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The plan, discussed recently in a civic meeting chaired by the Additional Municipal Commissioner (AMC), is described as a temporary measure until the new Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai \u2014 a permanent market for the vendors \u2014 is completed, which the BMC expects by April 2026. Notices for relocation are reportedly being prepared but are on hold pending the AMC\u2019s written approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents\u2019 Concerns<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents of Dadar have long complained that fish trucks occupy large portions of Senapati Bapat Marg late at night, and that wholesale trading continues well into the morning hours. This, they argue, severely hampers traffic during rush hour. The issue has worsened since the closure of the Elphinstone Bridge, which diverted additional vehicular flow to the already choked stretch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Locals have been pressing the BMC for years to take decisive action, saying that allowing wholesale trading in the open space near the road has made daily commuting chaotic. \u201cThe congestion is unbearable. The area turns into a mini market every morning,\u201d one resident said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fisherfolk Push Back<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While residents seek relief, Dadar\u2019s traditional fisherfolk community has strongly opposed the proposed shift. They argue that their current location is a prime trading hub that cannot be given up without risking their earnings. Moreover, they point out that the matter is already before the Bombay High Court, which had previously allowed them to continue operations on Senapati Bapat Marg until the new market is ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the vendors, the BMC\u2019s 2021 notice had promised that the upcoming market would be ready by 2026 and that any temporary relocation to Mulund would include proper electricity and sanitation facilities. However, many traders view this as impractical, citing long travel distances and loss of customer access as major concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are not against development,\u201d said one vendor representative. \u201cBut we have a court order that allows us to continue trading here until our permanent market is built. Moving us now is unfair and unlawful.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Balancing Traffic and Livelihoods<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The issue has now evolved into a balancing act between urban traffic management and livelihood protection. Civic officials have acknowledged the legal complexities and said that no forced action will be taken until formal approvals are received and the court order is reviewed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As the city awaits the completion of the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai, both residents and vendors remain in limbo \u2014 the former struggling with daily gridlocks, and the latter fighting to safeguard their economic survival. Until a clear administrative direction emerges, the situation on one of Mumbai\u2019s busiest arterial roads is expected to remain unchanged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BMC\u2019s Proposed Relocation of Dadar Fish Vendors Faces Fierce Opposition from Fisherfolk BMC officials discuss plans to relocate Dadar\u2019s wholesale fish vendors to Mulund as locals protest congestion on Senapati Bapat Marg. Fisherfolk express anger, calling the move a threat to their livelihood. (UndercoverEditor Photo \/ Mumbai) UndercoverEditor News Agency | Editor: Mahesh Rathod | Mumbai | November 9, 2025 The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is reportedly considering the relocation of around 36 wholesale fish vendors from Senapati Bapat Marg, Dadar, to the Airoli Toll Plaza in Mulund in an effort to ease persistent traffic congestion in the area. However, the proposal has triggered sharp resistance from the local fisherfolk, who say the move threatens their livelihood and violates existing court orders. The plan, discussed recently in a civic meeting chaired by the Additional Municipal Commissioner (AMC), is described as a temporary measure until the new Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai \u2014 a permanent market for the vendors \u2014 is completed, which the BMC expects by April 2026. Notices for relocation are reportedly being prepared but are on hold pending the AMC\u2019s written approval. Residents\u2019 Concerns Residents of Dadar have long complained that fish trucks occupy large portions of Senapati Bapat Marg late at night, and that wholesale trading continues well into the morning hours. This, they argue, severely hampers traffic during rush hour. The issue has worsened since the closure of the Elphinstone Bridge, which diverted additional vehicular flow to the already choked stretch. Locals have been pressing the BMC for years to take decisive action, saying that allowing wholesale trading in the open space near the road has made daily commuting chaotic. \u201cThe congestion is unbearable. The area turns into a mini market every morning,\u201d one resident said. Fisherfolk Push Back While residents seek relief, Dadar\u2019s traditional fisherfolk community has strongly opposed the proposed shift. They argue that their current location is a prime trading hub that cannot be given up without risking their earnings. Moreover, they point out that the matter is already before the Bombay High Court, which had previously allowed them to continue operations on Senapati Bapat Marg until the new market is ready. According to the vendors, the BMC\u2019s 2021 notice had promised that the upcoming market would be ready by 2026 and that any temporary relocation to Mulund would include proper electricity and sanitation facilities. However, many traders view this as impractical, citing long travel distances and loss of customer access as major concerns. \u201cWe are not against development,\u201d said one vendor representative. \u201cBut we have a court order that allows us to continue trading here until our permanent market is built. Moving us now is unfair and unlawful.\u201d Balancing Traffic and Livelihoods The issue has now evolved into a balancing act between urban traffic management and livelihood protection. Civic officials have acknowledged the legal complexities and said that no forced action will be taken until formal approvals are received and the court order is reviewed. As the city awaits the completion of the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai, both residents and vendors remain in limbo \u2014 the former struggling with daily gridlocks, and the latter fighting to safeguard their economic survival. Until a clear administrative direction emerges, the situation on one of Mumbai\u2019s busiest arterial roads is expected to remain unchanged. 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