Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: Goa Chief Minister Dr Pramod Sawant has directed officials to expedite relief and rehabilitation measures for vendors affected by the Vasco market fire and ensure that reconstruction work begins at the earliest.
Speaking to reporters, the Chief Minister said a comprehensive review of the incident was conducted in the presence of senior officials, including heads of the Fire Department, Director General of Police (DGP) and Chief Secretary, along with the local MLA and District Collector. Sawant participated in the meeting virtually.
The Chief Minister instructed officials to prepare a complete list of affected persons to facilitate the release of initial financial assistance on a fast-track basis.
He also directed the authorities to identify a suitable location for the rehabilitation of affected vendors and immediately initiate the process of rebuilding the damaged market.
On the cause of the fire, Sawant ordered a thorough investigation to establish how and why the incident occurred.
Taking note of public complaints regarding delays in the emergency response, he said an inter-departmental inquiry had been ordered to examine whether delays occurred, the reasons behind them and the response of the Fire Services and Disaster Management authorities.
The government has assured that priority will be given to relief, rehabilitation, reconstruction and accountability following the Vasco market fire.
