Storm Worth Rs 1 Billion

Apart from some minor damage across the island, it is unlikely qu'Edilson brand spirits. Except those of some employers who will remember yesterday, Thursday, Feb. 6, the majority of employees in the public and private sectors were on leave. If business interruption only lasted one day she will, however, cause a significant shortfall. "It is difficult to assess. But to get a first estimate can be based on the value added per day the country, " said economist Swadicq Nuthay. 

According to our calculations, this shortfall could amount to a little less than Rs 1 billion. These are based on the gross domestic product made by the country in a year divided by the number of days in the year. A very rough estimate, concedes economist, especially since we do not take into account holidays. For now, more difficult. 

Hemraj Ramnial, Director of MEXA remains, he careful when it comes to deciding on the amount. Even if, according to him, several companies have probably had to postpone orders due to cyclone. It states, however, that some worked last night, forcing commands. Ahmed Parkar, Chairman of the Joint Economic Council, said he agreed that the main risk will be located at the port and airport. But he hopes that the activities resume quickly.