Port Blair, April 12: The Member of Parliament, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Lt. Governor to construct a Jetty at Shoal Bay, which could serve as a vital link to Shaheed Dweep and Swaraj Dweep, generate employment and also boost the local economy of Shoal Bay area.
During a meeting with Hon’ble Lt. Governor on 11th April 2023, Kuldeep Rai Sharma highlighted a number of burning issues and construction of Jetty at Shoal Bay was one of the prominent issues.
The Member of Parliament informed the Lt. Governor that Shoal Bay is slowly becoming one of the popular destinations for visitors in Andaman & Nicobar Islands, as local residents now visit the area in large numbers on holidays.
He pointed out that it is less well-known that Shaheed Dweep and Swaraj Dweep are located very close to Shoal Bay and it takes only 30 to 35 minutes to reach these two tourist favourite Islands from Shoal Bay.
The Member of Parliament added that the proposed Jetty at Shoal Bay would serve three purposes. Firstly, it would make it easier for people of the South Andaman region as well as tourists to reach Shaheed Dweep and Swaraj Dweep from Shoal Bay, reducing travel time and making it more convenient.
Secondly, it would promote tourism in Shoal Bay and the entire South Andaman area, generate employment and provide a much-needed economic boost to the people of the region. The domestic and international tourists visiting Shoal Bay could also enjoy the natural beauty of the area, making it a must-visit tourist spot in Andaman. Lastly, it will generate more revenue for Tourist Vehicles Owners and Small Boat Owners as they will get one more tourist destination to drop and pick tourists on a regular basis.
He said that construction of the proposed Jetty at Shoal Bay would benefit the people of Andaman in many ways. It would not only make it easier for them to travel but also help the tourism industry of Andaman to grow.