A damaged retaining wall near the home of a senior citizen in Chuna Vaddo, Siolim-Sodiem, is on the verge of collapse. If it gives way, the culvert may break under rainwater pressure, potentially cutting the village in two.
Besides, nullahs in the village are yet to be desilted despite the incessant downpour. Despite the panchayat’s claims of development, such urgent issues remain unaddressed. Is this neglect or something more sinister?
Where are the development funds? Can a few lakhs not be set aside for essential repairs?
Both ruling and opposition members of the panchayat support major projects. Why can’t they unite for basic infrastructure?
The pre-monsoon showers have already caused damage. We urge authorities: repair the culverts, restore retaining walls, and desilt the nullah before Morod floods again.