Architect Clarifies Issues Raised By Vendors
“When you look at the Namaka Market, it looks like a tropical country market. It caters for locals, short-term vendors and long-term vendors,” Mr Kumar said.
Monday 25 March 2019 | 09:12
Upon its completion the new Namaka Market will benefit vendors and customers.
Maisuria Design Architect managing director Hemant Kumar clarified issues raised by some vendors concerning the new market.
There had been reports recently on the design intent, the implementation logistics and outline facilities provided in the development.
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“When you look at the Namaka Market, it looks like a tropical country market. It caters for locals, short-term vendors and long-term vendors,” Mr Kumar said.
“We did a little bit of research on the market and vendors.
“They might suffer little bit for one or two months, but after its completion then it will be good for all.
“The council should have a stakeholders meeting and we will come and explain the building structure.”
Mr Kumar explained the reasons for a spacious parking lot.
“We give a lot of space for more parking. Even though we increase the number of parking, it will never be enough. Because people use the market and they shop at nearby supermarkets and even RC Manubhai is there.
“Planners have done more parking for the general area.
“If the parking space is utilised by the customers who come to the market, there are certain theories involved in designing a car park. The parking arrangement has been improved.
“We have done a proper loading and unloading base now.
“Sometimes tour companies come around the area, so we have a tourist bay available there too.
“Some people are complaining about the toilets. The toilet area in that market is clean, tidy and a modern type.
“There is an attendant who can look after the place and keep it clean.”
Mr Kumar said that the UN had funded the dormitory accommodation for vendors who came from villages to sell their produce at the market.
“There are 42 beds available, a kitchen, a shower and also a laundry,” Mr Kumar said.
“The fish market will have air conditioning. At the moment they have fans around there.
“There is a need to educate people because the new facilities will mean nothing if the people inside don’t improve.”
Edited by Percy Kean
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