The proposed creation of nine-km breakwaters for establishing the port would affect the coastal villages which were already hit hard by sea erosion. The rally passed through a seven-km stretch of coastal villages via Kannagam and reached Neerodi. Over 500 fishermen and people living in coastal villages participated in the rally. Signature campaignThe day also saw Kanniyakumari district unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party launching a signature campaign in support of the Enayam terminal. The speakers alleged that attempts were being made to divert the attention of the district fishermen by stating that the project would affect their livelihood.

Source: The Hindu November 21, 2016 00:02 UTC