Local resident Ramrao Wagh has filed a complaint with the Agassaim Police, raising alarm over illegal sewage being pumped into village fields. He claims that about 60% of the fields are flooded with contaminated water, causing a pervasive foul odor affecting the entire village.
Wagh’s complaint draws attention to serious health risks for Agassaim’s residents and an environmental threat as the polluted water flows into the Zuari River—one of Goa’s key waterways. This contamination poses significant dangers to local agriculture, fisheries, and the broader ecosystem.
Wagh has urged police to identify the culprits and take strict action, stressing the urgency of safeguarding public health and the environment. He warned that continued pollution could have grave consequences for the entire state.
The issue has raised concerns among villagers and environmentalists, who fear permanent damage to farmland and the river if the problem persists. Authorities are now under pressure to investigate thoroughly and enforce measures to prevent further pollution.
This case underscores the critical need to protect Goa’s natural resources and hold polluters accountable. The community awaits swift and decisive action to restore the fields and preserve the Zuari River’s health.