Port Blair, June 22: The Member of Parliament, Shri. Kuldeep Rai Sharma has requested the Chief Secretary of Andaman & Nicobar Administration to arrange a sailing from Vizag to Port Blair.

In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary, the Member of Parliament mentioned that a considerable number of islanders, having completed their summer vacations, are eagerly waiting to return to Port Blair from Vizag in order to resume their regular activities, including attending offices and schools. However, due to the unavailability of ships, these islanders are facing severe difficulties in making their way back home.

He said that many of the islanders are unable to afford the high airfare charges, especially at this time when travel expenses have significantly increased. Additionally, lodging and boarding expenses in Vizag for an extended period have become a financial burden for them. The current situation is further exacerbated by the imminent reopening of schools, which adds urgency to the matter.