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By Express News ServiceKOCHI: A meeting convened by Ernakulam MP Hibi Eden on Wednesday finalised the roadmap for renovating the Ernakulam market under the Smart Cities Mission. It was decided to start the construction of a modern market by December 1, 2019. Hibi also directed the CSML and Kochi Corporation to ensure that all licensed shop owners get space in the new market. Mayor Soumini Jain said apart from the licensed shop owners, the wayside vendors should also get a chance at the modern market place. CSML MD APM Mohammed Hanish, Ernakulam district Collector S Suhas, DCP G Poonguzhali, GCDA chairman Saleem V, councilors, shop owners and CSML officials attended the meeting..