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Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a bid to curb the recurring risk of drowning accidents during the monsoon season, South Goa District Collector, Egna Cleetuis, has enforced a 60-day ban on swimming, bathing, and entering natural water bodies, including waterfalls, rivers, lakes, and abandoned quarries. The order, which took effect on May 23, will remain in place until further notice unless revoked earlier. The ban was issued under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, and aims to enhance public safety during the hazardous monsoon period. It is expected to minimize drowning incidents, which have been a frequent concern…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Health Minister Vishwajit Rane addressed a crucial meeting today with Health Officers, Medical Officers In-Charge, Medical Superintendents, and other officials from the Directorate of Health Services (DHS) to assess the state of health services in light of Goa’s current red alert status and ongoing heavy rainfall. Dr. Rupa Naik, Director of DHS, was also present during the review meeting. The meeting focused on the functioning of health centres and district hospitals, with a detailed discussion on pending matters and strategies to enhance healthcare accessibility for all Goans. With the monsoon season in full swing, the review also…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: In a bid to enhance sustainability and promote biodiversity, the Forest Department, alongside the Goa State Urban Development Agency (GSUDA), held a comprehensive review today focusing on the development of urban forests across municipal areas. The initiative, aimed at improving green cover and creating serene public spaces, will begin with the Margao Municipal Council in its first phase. Forest Minister Vishwajit Rane emphasized the urgency of this initiative, stating that the project would be taken forward on a “war footing.” “The goal is to create tranquil spaces where people can unwind, while also increasing tree plantation to…

Team Goemkarponn CALANGUTE: A 39-year-old tourist from Odisha, Tajinder Singh, died after swimming in a hotel pool in Calangute on Thursday afternoon. Singh, who was in Goa on holiday with his family, began vomiting shortly after entering the pool. He was quickly pulled out of the water by his family and others, and rushed to Goa Medical College (GMC) for medical attention. However, he passed away later that evening. Upon receiving news of the incident, Calangute police arrived at the hotel and conducted an inquest. After an autopsy, Singh’s body was handed over to his family on Friday morning. An…

Team Goemkarponn BICHOLIM: Officials from the Water Resources Department (WRD) in Dicholi have urged citizens to stop using plastic and properly dispose of plastic waste to prevent it from being dumped into drains. This appeal comes as the department continues its efforts to remove silt from the Dicholi river, with plastic waste identified as a major contributor to increased flooding risks during the monsoon season. On Friday, WRD officials, including Chief Engineer Ankush Gaonkar, Assistant Engineer Shailesh Pokale, and Naresh Pokale, visited the river site to assess the progress of the silt removal work. They noted that unseasonal rains had…

Team Goemkarponn VEREM: A tragic incident occurred in Ambekhand-Verem when 36-year-old Ravi Biradar, a resident of Succoro-Bardez, lost his life after accidentally coming into contact with a live electrical wire at his mother’s residence. Biradar was immediately taken to Goa Medical College (GMC) in Bambolim, where he was declared dead on arrival. Preliminary findings suggest the electrocution was accidental, but further investigation is underway to determine the exact cause. Authorities have promised a comprehensive inquiry into the incident. The tragedy has highlighted ongoing concerns about electrical safety in residential areas. The sudden death has left the local community in mourning,…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Minister Vishwajit Rane has voiced strong confidence in Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant’s leadership, expressing his belief that a fair and lasting solution will be found to address the growing concerns over unauthorized houses and land disputes in Sattari, including issues surrounding revenue and Alvara land. Speaking to anxious locals, Rane urged them not to believe the “false propaganda” being spread by certain individuals for political gain. He reminded the community that the BJP holds power both in Goa and at the Centre, assuring that the matter is being handled at the highest levels of government. “I…