商人要求马尔达机场重新开放, Traders demand Malda airport reopening for mango exports to boost farmer earnings.

马尔达果商人呼吁将马尔達机场重新开放, 以便直接出口. Malda mango traders in West Bengal are urging the reopening of Malda airport to enable direct exports, aiming to boost farmer earnings ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. 据了解,该地区每年生产大约4-5万的果. Known as the "Mango City," the district produces around 4-5 lakh metric tonnes annually, including several GI-tagged varieties. 商家们认为,如果没有空运设施,出口将受到限制,导致货物坏和当地价格低落. 他们呼吁政府通过加工业和认证来支持该行业. Traders argue that without air cargo facilities, exports are limited, leading to spoilage and low local prices, while calling for government support through processing industries and certifications to sustain the industry.