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SANCOALE: The Sancoale Panchayat has tightened its stance on scrapyards operating within its jurisdiction following two major fire incidents reported in recent months. Sarpanch Anusha Yadav confirmed that showcause notices have been issued to all scrapyards in the area, along with on-site inspections to assess compliance.
Yadav said the Panchayat will not permit any illegal scrapyard activity, emphasizing that the recent fires highlight the risks posed by unregulated operations. “We have issued showcause notices and conducted a site inspection. We will not allow illegal scrapyards to operate in our jurisdiction,” she stated.
Panch member Santosh Desai added that the Panchayat has repeatedly written to various authorities, including the Goa State Pollution Control Board, urging them to verify the documents and permissions of scrapyards in Sancoale. He said the Panchayat has long raised concerns over the need for stricter oversight and proper certification.
The recent blaze has renewed calls for coordinated action among local bodies, regulatory authorities, and enforcement agencies to prevent further incidents and ensure compliance with safety and environmental norms.
