Bambolim village is facing a serious sanitation and sewage overflow crisis, with local elected representatives alleging negligence by multiple government departments and agencies.
Speaking on site, the ex-deputy sarpanch and present sarpanch said the village has been struggling for the past two and a half days due to overflowing sewage and waterlogging, which has severely affected public hygiene and daily life.
According to the sarpanch, the issue began when sewage water accumulated and overflowed into key areas, creating unhealthy conditions. He said that despite repeated complaints and requests for intervention, the response from authorities remained inadequate.
He added that when the matter was raised with concerned officials, they reportedly stated that it was the responsibility of the respective departments to handle the situation.
He further said that attempts were made to escalate the issue to medical and senior health officials, but no timely action was taken. He also stated that even though the situation continued on a Sunday, it was treated as an emergency that required immediate intervention.
The sarpanch also said that communication was attempted with several officials, including the health minister, health secretary, and sanitation-related departments, but calls were either not answered or did not result in immediate action.
Residents also expressed frustration over the situation, stating that sewage water had entered drainage and water pipeline systems in parts of the village, raising concerns about contamination and public health risks.
He further said that the issue had affected pipeline flow and involved multiple departments, including the Public Works Department and water and sewage authorities, which required urgent coordination.
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He also alleged that waste from nearby facilities, including GMC-related dumping areas, may have contributed to blocked drainage and worsening flood conditions in the village.
The sarpanch said that despite the presence of infrastructure, the village was facing a serious sanitation breakdown, indicating poor maintenance and lack of coordination between departments.
Residents accompanied officials during inspection of affected areas and pointed out overflowing drains and sewage mixing with stormwater lines. They demanded immediate intervention and a long-term solution to prevent recurrence during the monsoon.
The situation has raised concerns over coordination between multiple agencies, including the Public Works Department, water supply and sanitation departments, and local municipal and health authorities.
As of now, villagers continue to face severe difficulties due to persistent waterlogging and sewage overflow, while authorities have been urged to take urgent corrective measures to restore sanitation and prevent further health risks.
