Farmers affected by the proposed Borim Bridge construction expressed disappointment over the National Green Tribunal’s (NGT) recent decision to delay immediate relief but remain optimistic about future legal outcomes. They are now exploring other administrative avenues to support their cause.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has delayed its decision on the controversial construction of the new high-level Borim Bridge over the Zuari River, dealing a blow to farmers from Borim and Loutolim villages who sought an interim stay on the project. With the NGT requiring additional time for responses from the involved parties, concerns mount over potential environmental impacts and the lack of necessary clearances. As local farmers voice their objections, the matter is set for further consideration on December 2, 2024, amid ongoing debates about the bridge’s implications for agriculture and fishing activities in the region.
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Legal Strategy and Hope:
The farmers, led by Albert Pinheiro, President of the Carbot, Mascasana & Bebdo Tenants Association, remain hopeful for a favorable outcome at that time. Pinheiro acknowledged the setback but expressed optimism after reviewing their legal case.
