There seems to be a delay in lifting the restriction imposed by the Health Department on the export of vegetables through Karipur airport. Due to the lack of a "No Nipah Certificate," traders must rely on other airports in order to export vegetables. Some traders are complaining that, despite the lifting of limitations on other airports in the state, Karipur airport remains unconsidered.
The complaint is that, even after a month has passed since Kozhikode became Nipah-free, the Health Department is not taking a favorable stand for exports through Karipur airport. The explanation given by the Health Department in this regard: 'Even if Kozhikode is free from Nipah, the certificate can be granted only after considering the statistical report. The district medical officer and the collector have been made responsible for this. As soon as this is obtained, the restriction will be lifted.'
The reason why Karipur restricts the import of vegetables from Tamil Nadu, a region unaffected by Nipah, is likewise an issue that remains unanswered. Every week, Karipur exports 350 tons of fruits and vegetables on average.
Source: newsable.asianetnews.com