For months, the roads in Siolim have been dug up repeatedly in the name of development, turning the lives of residents, commuters, schoolchildren, and senior citizens into a nightmare. With only mud and gravel topping the surface, the dust pollution is unbearable. Residents of Porta Vaddo, Fernandes Vaddo, and Bamon Vaddo are forced to shut their doors and windows, virtually placing themselves under house arrest to escape the dust-filled air.
Road widening continues daily, with contractors endlessly digging and re-digging open spaces. The absence of proper road surfacing—no soling or rubble—has left the roads hazardous and nearly impassable. Even ambulances struggle to navigate the rough terrain.
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This once-beautiful concrete road has been reduced to an obstacle course. Contractors must ensure that foundational work is done before road repairs to prevent early damage, especially during the rains.
Authorities should urgently restore the road with proper surfacing and maintain drains to prevent recurring issues. Villagers demand immediate action to end the suffering caused by this prolonged negligence.
