Working Conditions in Chennai's Kasimedu Fish Auction Scene
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Updated Sep 20
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What happened
At Kasimedu harbor in Chennai, a bustling fish auction scene involves an estimated 30,000 people, including fishermen, wholesalers, and transport workers. Basket men, such as Pavadairayan, work long shifts from 2 a.m. to 7 a.m. They carry baskets of fish, weighing about 35 pounds, on their heads through pathways to the auction house. The average earnings for these workers are about $5 a day.
From kwbu.org
Why it matters
The harbor is reportedly overcrowded, serving over 1,000 boats in facilities designed for fewer than 600. Basket men face strict oversight from supervisors, risking docked pay and fines if fish are reported missing.
From kwbu.org
Who's involved
- ChennaiThe city of Chennai hosts the Kasimedu harbor, a major fish auction center.
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Chennai
city and state capital of Tamil Nadu, India