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fish preservation in local markets, catering and events, transport of perishable goods. The product can be sold to fish landing centers, local and city markets in Kolkata, Digha, and Haldia, to construction contractors, beverage distributors, local ice depots, and bulk buyers like hotels and industrial kitchens.
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