After the west ern bypass stretch from Fatorda to Nuvem became a hotspot for garbage dump ing, the adjoining Nuvem Arlem bypass has now turned into another illegal dumping site, where chick en waste and other garbage are being indiscriminately thrown along the roadside. The foul smell and con tamination have not only made the area unbearable for commuters but have also caused damage to nearby agricultural fields, sparking anger among lo cals and farmers. Residents said that the stench from rotting poul try waste and other refuse dumped along the bypass has become a daily nuisance, especially in the mornings. The waste attracts stray dogs, crows, and other scav engers, creating unsanitary conditions along the route. Local farmers fear that the runoff from the decompos ing waste is seeping into their fields, affecting soil fer tility and water quality. “The situation is out of control. Every few days, chicken waste and other garbage are dumped here, mostly at night. The stench is unbearable, and our fields are getting polluted,” said one resident from Nuvem. Social activist Everson Valles strongly condemned the inaction of the author ities and demanded imme diate intervention. “The Nuvem–Arlem bypass has become an open waste zone. Despite several complaints, no one has taken this issue seriously. It is shameful that such dumping continues right under the nose of the authorities,” Valles said. He further added, “This is not just about bad smell or dirt — it’s about public health and environmental safety. The waste dumped here includes chicken en trails and other bio-de gradable matter that can spread disease and contam inate groundwater. The gov ernment must identify and penalise those responsible.” Valles also urged the con cerned authorities to take coordinated action. “The au thorities must immediately clear the waste, install CCTV cameras, and deploy patrols along this stretch to prevent further dumping,” he said. Locals echoed his senti ments, alleging that despite repeated complaints, no inspection or cleanup drive has been conducted. Many believe that illegal waste dis posal is being carried out by unidentified vehicles trans porting waste from meat and poultry shops in Margao and surrounding areas. Environmentalists have warned that if the situation is left unchecked, it could lead to long-term contami nation of agricultural lands and water bodies, threaten ing the livelihoods of local farmers.
Nuvem–Arlem Bypass Turns Into Garbage Dumping Zone, Locals Outraged Over Foul Stench
