Rahul Gandhi arrives at Trivandrum to meet the families of fishermen affected by Cyclone Ockhi
Here are the live updates of Rahul Gandhi's Kerala visit:
Congress President-elect at a meeting in Poonthura with fishermen and their families who were affected by Cyclone Ockhi
Likening the condition of fishermen to that of farmers Rahul Gandhi said, "Both are facing very difficult times. The farmers have a ministry that looks after their interests and I think it is time that we create a ministry for fishermen that looks after their interests and ensures they are protected."
Speaking at Ponthura, Rahul Gandhi apologised fir not being able to visit earlier due to the Gujarat election campaigns. Offering his condolences he said, "We cannot replace what you have lost but we will try and make it as comfortable as possible in the future. We must build a better system of warning before our fishermen go out to the seas."
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