MARGAO: The road at the Mandopa-Navelim junction, dug for the sewerage network, remains unrepaired way past the government’s May 31 deadline, posing safety risks for commuters. Citizens are urging authorities to expedite the restoration process to ensure smoother travel and safety for all.
The disrepair is especially concerning with the monsoon season approaching, as scattered mud and rubble remain on the roadside, inconveniencing motorists and pedestrians. The situation has added to the worries of the student community, who are particularly vulnerable during the impending monsoon.
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Roads in key areas of Salcete taluka, dug up for sewerage chambers and connections, remain uneven and improperly surfaced, leading to frustration among residents. The community is demanding prompt restoration of these roads.
Uttam Parsekar, Chief Engineer of the Public Works Department (PWD), had previously mentioned issuing instructions to relevant departments to repair or, at the very least, level the roads to minimise discomfort for commuters.
Paresh Naik, a resident of Mandopa-Navelim, highlighted the perilous conditions at the traffic junction, likening it to a death trap. “Parents and students are experiencing challenging situations during the morning and afternoon hours at the junction due to the unrepaired roads dug for sewage chambers,” he stated. “Debris and rubble are visibly scattered across the road.”
Naik also lamented the absence of even a single policeman at the site, attributing the traffic chaos in the area to this oversight
