Ahead of polls, FRAT releases its wish list
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17 demands include separate dept. for city’s development, AIIMS, HC Bench
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17 demands include separate dept. for city’s development, AIIMS, HC Bench
The Federation of Residents’ Association Thiruvananthapuram (FRAT) has spelt out its demands to the three political coalitions for the upcoming Assembly polls.
The umbrella organisation of residents’ associations in the district submitted a list of 17 demands relating to the capital district’s development for inclusion in the election manifestos of the CPI(M), the Congress, and the BJP, according to FRAT office-bearers.
The federation has demanded steps to realise the district’s long-standing dream of a shipyard in Poovar which, they say, is crucial for exploiting the potential of the Vizhinjam international seaport. The preparation of a master plan to develop Thiruvananthapuram as a port city is also essential. Fishing harbours must also be se