Team Herald
MARGAO: Expressing concerns over the looming threat of disaster, the citizens of Seraulim have called for the restoration of the land below the Western bypass that runs through their village to its original condition before the monsoons arrive.
In addition, the residents have urged for proper demarcation and marking of areas acquired by the railways prior to the commencement of any expansion project along the stretch that passes through Seraulim.
Kevin D’Souza emphasized the urgent need for the restoration of the Western Bypass area.
He stated, “With the commissioning of the Western bypass, it is imperative that the haphazard filling done by the PWD to accommodate the contractor’s equipment is restored to its original state.”
He further stressed that this restoration must be completed before the monsoons to mitigate potential crop damage. D’Souza expressed concern that any delay in clearing the debris may obstruct the flow of water, exacerbating the risk of flooding.
In addition to the restoration issue, villagers have raised alarms about the unresolved drainage problem at the railway underpass. They reiterated that this issue requires immediate attention before the monsoon season sets in.