–Roadway to be cleared for safer access

TO restore order and improve safety around one of Region Three’s busiest commercial hubs, the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development has secured an agreement with Parika Market vendors to fully relocate inside the market before midnight on December 29, 2025.

The decision followed what the ministry described as a “constructive and consultative engagement” on Wednesday with Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Priya Manickchand and the vendors who currently operate along the roadway.
According to a press release, “the minister reached a mutual agreement with vendors to relocate fully inside the market by midnight on December 29, 2025.”

This shift, the ministry said, is essential to clearing the stretch of roadway that has for years been congested by roadside stalls.

The release noted that the move is part of a broader push to enhance public safety, reduce traffic obstructions, and elevate the overall shopping experience at Parika.
“This decision aims to clear the roadway currently used for vending, creating a safer environment for motorists and pedestrians, while also ensuring a more orderly, comfortable, and enjoyable market experience for shoppers,” the statement outlined.

The Ministry further extended gratitude to the vendors for what it described as their spirit of cooperation, adding that it remains committed to ensuring a seamless transition into the formal market space.

“The Ministry… thanks the vendors for their cooperation and remains committed to supporting the smooth transition into the market space,” the release said.

The relocation exercise is expected to significantly ease travel through the busy junction and strengthen ongoing efforts to modernise market management across the country.