From protest to prosperity: Vizhinjam port offers new hope for local youth

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On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially commissioned the Vizhinjam International Seaport, a project once met with strong resistance from the local fishermen community.

Years of protests, supported by the local Church, brought life in Vizhinjam to a standstill for over four months.

" asked Rahul, a young man from the fishermen community, stepping out of the port wearing his safety helmet and uniform.

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Category: BusinessFinance

Markets: IndiaTurkey

Topics: Vizhinjam Fishermen community Pinarayi Vijayan Kerala Protests Development Port workers PM Modi Youth opportunity International Seaport Employment Local pride

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Published On: 2025-05-04 @ 12:02:25 (6 hours ago)

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