Margao Congress Block Convener Savio Coutinho has strongly criticised the Margao Municipal Council for citing a shortage of funds to dispose of unclaimed bodies, while allegedly spending large sums on entertainment events.
Coutinho termed the situation as insensitive and unacceptable, pointing out that several unclaimed bodies have been lying in the morgue for over three months. He questioned the priorities of the civic body, stating that basic humanitarian responsibilities should take precedence over non-essential expenditures.
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He further demanded that the Council immediately initiate the process of disposing of the unclaimed bodies, stressing that delays not only reflect administrative failure but also raise serious public health and ethical concerns.
Calling for urgent action, Coutinho urged authorities to ensure dignity for the deceased and accountability in civic spending.
