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Margao Fish Market Shut Down Over Safety, Sanitation Concerns
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 03:46 AM
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The Margao fish market in Goa has been temporarily closed due to serious safety and sanitation violations.
The Margao fish market, a bustling hub for seafood trade in Goa, has been shut down by authorities following a recent inspection. Officials cited numerous violations of safety and sanitation protocols as the reason for the closure. The market is known for its wide variety of fresh fish and seafood, attracting both local residents and tourists. The closure has caused disruption to the livelihoods of many fish vendors and traders who rely on the market for their income. It remains unclear when the market will reopen, pending the implementation of necessary corrective measures.