SmsTbe STP/ NAFSO esearch report was discussed among tbe coastal communities in Kuchchaweli today. Fishrrs, boat tour operators, beachseine owners, fishries activists and women around 26 prople attrnded the program.
Raajan, the coordinator of Praja network presented the research findings to the group.
The team was highly articulated on their issues. The vice chair of the tourist boat operators association raise some critical questions challenging the whole tourism project. "Who decided to declare this tourism zone. No one consult us before they launch tourism"
"We have some major issues in Kuchchaweli. The migration of fishers from other districts, the Salapeyaru lagoon destruction, capture the land by navy and investors, loss of livelihoods and income due to restrictions." Says Navaratnarajah, the Chairperson of the Kumburuppitty fisheries cooperative society.
"We want to find a solution to these issues. Unless we get together we can not win over our rights. We as NAFSO will work with you on these ossues if you are ready." Said Ananda Peiris, the coordinator of Trincomalee district organization.
"We are ready to initiate a dialogue among Political authorities, hoteliers, investors, fishing communities and all other players in the coastal areas." Says Francis Raajan the PA Coordinator.
In June, we will organize the round table dialogue among possible players and we will have it first week of June. Added Raajan.
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