MUMBAI: The All India Passengers Association (AIPA) Chairman Mr. Chandrakant Mokal recently met the State Revenue and Port Minister Mr. Abdul Sattar to request him to look into the problems being faced by 8-10 lakh commuters who use ferry boat services and other important water transport services connected to Uran and Alibaug Taluka, called Rewas-Karanja Tar [Small Boat] service, as per a release. 

 

He pointed out that the silt formation is a major hurdle at Rewas, as the muck arrives, making it impossible for the ferry boats to anchor, and they have to wait for hours stranded at sea. Heavy muck arrives from Dharamtar port, it was pointed out.  The problem can be solved by extending the docking, say about 200 m north-side, to facilitate quick commuting. This request was placed before the Minister on behalf of the Association. Earlier, these issues of desiltation, etc. were also put up before the CEO of Maharashtra Maritime Board. MMB can use its dredger and take out the silt as soon as possible, the release said.

 

Mr Mokal expressed the hope that the Port Minister would consider these grievances and take prompt and timely action to save time, money, and bring back livelihoods.