Siliguri, 30th October: Siliguri MLA and West Bengal Tourism Minister Shankar Ghosh visited the Mahabirsthan railway gate area on Friday following concerns among local traders that its possible closure could affect business activities in Mahabirsthan and Hawkers Corner.
Traders fear that the closure could disrupt movement in the area, reduce customer footfall and affect the livelihoods of hawkers and other local businesses.
During the visit, Shankar Ghosh spoke with traders and members of the traders’ association to understand their concerns. He said he had already held verbal discussions with railway authorities regarding the issue.
He also said he had spoken with the Darjeeling District Magistrate, the Siliguri Police Commissioner and the relevant railway officials. Suggestions from members of nine city market committees have also been taken into consideration.
Shankar Ghosh said he would submit his views and proposals in writing to the railway authorities to discuss the concerns raised by traders.
The possibility of closure has raised concerns among traders in the area, who fear that any disruption to movement could adversely affect their businesses.
