Fire Devours Milikić Family Business: 15 Workers Left Jobless, €200,000 in Damages!
Imagine this – in the Zeta neighborhood of Mahala, the warehouse of Nebojša Milikić’s family business went up in flames, devouring years of hard work in a blink. The damage? A whopping €200,000! And the worst part? Fifteen workers lost their jobs overnight. Yes, you read that right – 15 people who considered the company their second home are now out on the street, while the Milikić family struggles to salvage what they can.
It all started around 1:30 AM when a neighbor noticed the fire and immediately alerted the owners. The flames first engulfed the paint shop, then spread to the main warehouse, which housed large stockpiles and ten laser machines. Everything burned to the ground.
Nebojša Milikić, the entrepreneur and family head, doesn’t hide how tough it is. “These people worked as if the company was theirs, and now they have to go home. It’s emotionally devastating, but we move on,” he says.
The Milikić family is now pleading for help. Tomorrow, they will meet with representatives of the Zeta municipality, but they know that won’t be enough. They expect support from the government, the Ministry of Economic Development, and other relevant authorities. They especially highlight that they have employed people with disabilities for many years and are known for that.
The Employers’ Union has stood behind them and is calling on all entrepreneurs to help by donating to their bank account. This isn’t just a story about one company – it’s a call for solidarity and support for small businesses that are the backbone of our economy.
If you think this is just another sad story, think again. This is a wake-up call for all of us – what if tomorrow fire devours your company? Or your job? Or your dreams?
And you, dear readers, what do you think? Is the state and society doing enough to help small entrepreneurs in such situations? Drop a comment, share your thoughts, or just crack a joke to lighten this heavy topic. Because if we can’t laugh, what’s left?
Illegal Construction and Satellite Images: The State Declares War on Wild Building!
While the Milikić family counts their losses from the fire, the state isn’t sleeping – it announced the introduction of satellite images and special software that will allow inspectors to instantly detect illegal buildings.
Slaven Radunović from the Ministry of Spatial Planning says every new building will be marked green or red on the map – legal or illegal. Tolerance for wild construction will be zero!
Sounds like sci-fi? Not really. In the hinterland of Ulcinj beaches, Radunović says, there are hotels built completely illegally, paying no taxes and operating “under the table.” Local authorities allegedly protect these people, and the state loses revenue.
The plan is to allow legalization of buildings that do not endanger public interest, but owners will have to pay utilities immediately, possibly in installments over 30 years. If they don’t pay – demolition is inevitable.
So, while the Milikić family pleads for help to rebuild their family business, the state prepares to crack down on illegal construction that chokes the economy and justice.
Is this the beginning of a new era in Montenegro? Or just another story of fighting windmills? Tell us what you think – maybe you know someone building “under the radar” or have ideas on how to help small businesses like the Milikić family.
Conclusion:
The fire at the Milikić company is not just a tragedy for one family and their workers. It’s a sign that small businesses in Montenegro are not protected from disasters. At the same time, the state announces strict measures against illegal construction, which may bring order but also new problems.
Will the Milikić family manage to rebuild? Will the state really help? And what will happen to those who build without permits? These are questions we await answers to, but one thing is clear – this story is far from over.
And you, dear readers, stay alert and remember – the real drama happens behind the scenes. If you have something to say, now’s the time. Or at least drop a sarcastic comment, so we don’t forget that even in the toughest times, we need a sense of humor.
