Team Goemkarponn
Sangolda: Officials from the Civil Supplies Department in Bardez seized 38 commercial LPG cylinders that were allegedly being stored illegally at a secluded location in Sangolda on Monday evening.
The action was part of a statewide drive launched by the department to curb black marketing of LPG cylinders. Authorities had directed taluka-level officers across Goa to remain alert and closely monitor stocks held by LPG distributors, with inspections being carried out regularly.
The operation was conducted under the supervision of Assistant Director of the Civil Supplies Department, Deepa Fulari. The team included Bardez Division Inspector Rajiv Sawant, Sub-Inspector Sarvesh Naik Tuyekar, along with officials Vasudev Shirodkar, Rohit Talankar, Sadashiv Khandeparkar and Sub-Inspector Jeevan Palyekar.
During the inspection in Sangolda, the officials spotted an LPG supply vehicle parked at an isolated spot. When the team questioned the driver and a worker present at the site regarding the cylinders, both individuals reportedly fled from the location.
A search of the vehicle and surrounding area led to the discovery of 38 commercial LPG cylinders, including 18 sealed cylinders and 20 that were unsealed.
Officials also recovered a record book belonging to a gas agency from inside the tempo, raising suspicion that the cylinders may be linked to the agency.
The seized cylinders along with the vehicle were later handed over to Saligao Police Station for further action. Assistant Director Deepa Fulari has filed a formal complaint in connection with the incident, and police have begun an investigation to determine the source and intended use of the cylinders.
